In this article I will review the Stahlwille 4008 ratchet screwdriver in two lengths 4008-1 and 4008-2. Stahlwille is my preferred brand for torque tools (Stahlwille Manoskop) and 50-sersies 1/2″ sockets (12 tooth instead of hex shaped). Stahlwille 4008-1 and 4008-2 ratchet screwdriver with 1/4″ bit holder will be compared with the various other screwdrivers … Read more
In this article I will review the Stahlwille 10758-3S T-wrench. It is versatile because each T-wrench end has a different connection point so you can use it with 1/4″ bits and 1/4″ sockets. I will briefly compare it with one of my favorite tools the Fixit Sticks T-Way wrench, the Wiha 388DS T-handle and the … Read more
In this article I will review the Stahlwille Manoskop 730N/2 Mechnical Torque Wrench which covers the spectrum of 2-20 Nm. For me it is the perfect torque wrench to work on my precious carbon road bike. The Stahwille Manoskop 730N/2 is a very easy to operate and a high quality German-engineered torque wrench. In the article … Read more
In this article I will share my thoughts about the K-Edge Sport Mount for Wahoo Elemnt Bolt (or Wahoo Elemnt Roam). K-Edge is a well known premium brand for aluminum cycling computer mounts and chain catchers. K-Edge is part of the World Tour pro peloton for many years, and offers products for road, mountainbike, gravel … Read more
In this article I will review the Kogel Bearings Shimano Crank Arm Fixing Bolt, or as Shimano calls it the crank arm cap or pre-load cap. Default Shimano uses plastic versions of this component Y0N500025. For the Dura Ace 9000 cranks I’ve exchanged it with a grey anodized Wheelsmfg FIX-BOLT-1 from 6061 aluminum. The Kogel … Read more
In this article I will share my thoughts on the Crank Brothers Shoe Shields, protector shims for the SRS Carbon Soles of the Sidi Drako 2 mountain bike shoes. I’m using the Shimano SM-SH51 SPD cleats that connect the Sidi Drako 2 shoes with Shimano XTR PD-M9100 SPD Pedals on the Scott Scale 925.
In this article I will review the Wera 7515 Kraftform Safe-Torque Speed Torque screwdriver with a range 2-6 Nm making this an ideal torque screwdriver for bikes. I have a Ritchey Torque Key (in 5 Nm) and for a 4 Nm you would need to get an additional Torque Key. The Wera 715 is an … Read more
In this article I will review the IceToolz Cassette Lockring Tool with 12 mm Guide Pin. I first noticed the IceToolz Lockring Tool in a Mapdec Cycle Works YouTube video: “Pro Tools you need as a home mechanic.” I will share my experiences of installing a 12-speed Shimano Deore XT M8100 cassette on a microspline … Read more
In this article I will share my thoughts about the Tune Schraubwürger Seatpost Clamp on my Scott Scale 925, that replaced the stock Syncros quick release seatpost clamp. Tune has always been a high quality German brand for the weightweenies, but here it is the combination of weight, price-point and engineering.
In this article I will review the CEMA Bearing Interlock BB86-BB92 Bottom Bracket. I will share my experience from installation, the interlock design and compare it with my C-Bear BB86-BB92 press fit bottom bracket experiences. Some of my thoughts will cover design, quality, what is in the box and many more angles. In a separate … Read more