The Best Tools For Your Bike – Pro Mechanics' Favourite Tools

Keeping your bike in great condition takes work, so imagine the task that pro mechanics face. So, we thought that there was no-one better to ask than the pro downhill mechanics.

It's super important to keep your bike in shape. But, it's not always the easiest job to do, especially if you don't have the right tools for the job.

There are a few basic tools that everyone needs (tyre levers, pump etc), but there are some other, really cool tools that can help you to up your maintenance game.

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[DWNTWN]

Another cool video. This is a side of biking that most people don't give enough credit to. Awesome work, GMBN.

[hughbriz]

Hate to say it but I really enjoyed that. Good to see what the mechanics are up to behind the scenes and what they like to use - when they can choose pretty much anything

[Toastybear]

the guy at the end's allen keys are £170 for a set of 12!! gorgeous though :)

[Aeshir]

what the hell that automatic wrench is CRAZY. im not even totally sure what it even DOES

[Velo]

That air spoke tensioner is something else. One never seen a tool like that. My favorite tool in my toolbox is my Park Tool cutter.

[aneeshfroome]

wth a pro bike mechanic uses a venzo torque wrench from amazon?? is that true or did they take some money to say it (that seems to happen a lot on gcn Ive found)

[VM]

hahaha, 4:40 - the guy in the back. "what the hell is this geezer pointing at"

[asod]

my favorite tool is my bottle opener after the ride

[mateuszzam]

0:21 What torque wrench does Jadon Marsh have?

[skylightatnight]

I feal like im back at school at show and tell

[NNICKKK]

Any chance of a Marc B bike check? The new Scott's , particularly his Gambler,  look amazing, so it would be cool to see how he likes his set up from a racer's point of view. Great vids, keep them coming boys!

[richardspratt]

I have a spare chain tool that I'd happily donate to Team Specialized, looked to me like they bodged one!

[darraghkennedy]

What would be the best second hand mountain bike to get for around 300-400 Euro price range.I'm looking to start mountain biking as there are great trails nearby

[carlomagnotm]

we can see a video of the most used lubes around world cup riders mechanics??? :D

[User_not_found_]

@ :024 - What is the name/brand or link for that cam over torque wrench (NOT THE VENMO)? All the ones I've seen have even the click type...

[loganwiebe]

I was looking into buying some tools as i am a home mechanic and have just started mountain biking. Not sure what to invest in first, as i have a small budget. Any thoughts?

[PJSinohin]

is that a mirror on Mr. Garland tool box? 3:11

[joelmendoza]

what tire pressure gauge does Ben use?

[lobuxracer]

Sorry to say the comment about the torque wrench being held anywhere but the middle of the grip and having the correct torque is dead wrong. I proved this much to my surprise in a calibration lab with my own torque wrench. Intuitively it should make no difference, but when actually measured, hand position is extremely important. I didn't believe it until I saw it for myself and I was shocked to say the least. Ever since then I have been very critical of my hand position whenever I use a torque wrench.

[spazburger]

I've got a 9inch tool but the end is very worn....maybe I should give it a polish!