A couple years ago, no tools ๐ . I was commuting between home and campus just a mile away, so if something went wrong I'd just lock the bike and come for it later.
Nowadays, just a few to do an inner tube & chain replacement, and some other small bits that might come in handy.
- 2 spanners (one adjustable)
- Backup lights & head torch
- Tyre levers & adhesive puncture patches
- Mini track-style pump
- Screwdriver for the chain enclosure
- Pliers for the rollerbrakes and internal hub gear cables
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I've found the head torch to be surprisingly helpful... Had a puncture in the dark once, and without that I would have been there a while lol
Multi tool, spoke tightener, spare spokes, chain link, mini-pump, tire levers, co2, patch kit, 3 tubes, zip ties and a dollar bill. In 30+ years commuting I have used them all. Currently ride a Surly Disc-trucker that comes with spare spokes on frame. Worst day was 3 flats so will replace with new tube for speed but will also patch tube and store just in case I set a new personal worst for flats. Dollar bill useful if cut in tire, place on inside of tire over hole and will prevent tube from bulging through cut. Dollar fabric is sturdy and lasts for miles.
I have two cygolite 750 rechargable headlights that are always on bike day or night so I don't need a headlamp. Most fits in under seat bag but ride with saddlebags, extra tubes in bags. Always have light riding jacket in saddlebags as well. Pump is on frame.
Like @[email protected] I use safety glasses, I'm an old fart so IDGAF if people stare.
Can't ride if you lose your eyeballs, but also getting bugs in your eyes is fuckin gross! Who wants that?