Bike tools, maintenance and cleaning kit reviews

Pedro's ICM multi-tool review

Pedro's don’t do nonsense equipment, so this multi-tool was well received by us because it has everything one might need for a ride

By Chris Catchpole Published 8 November 14

Lezyne Power Lever XL review

If you need extra welly to get your tyre off your rim, a pair of Lezyne Power Lever XL may be the answer. They're longer and more robust than most.

By Paul Norman Published 10 February 17

Topeak Mini Pro 20 multi-tool review

A fully equipped multitool, neatly designed and packaged with tools you never thought you would need

By James Bracey Published 25 January 16

Muc-Off Pressure Washer review

Muc-Off’s new pressure washer helps you clean your bike in double-quick time without damaging the paint or stripping grease out of the bearings

By Paul Norman Published 12 December 19

Chain-L No. 5 lube review

Chain-L No. 5 lube: We test Chain-L's wet lube

By Cycling Weekly Published 24 February 10

Karcher OC3 portable cleaner review

The Karcher OC3 portable cleaner lets you pressure wash your bike after a ride, if you're not near a hose. But its 4 litre water reservoir soon runs out

By Paul Norman Published 11 January 18

Effetto Mariposa GiustaForza torque wrench review

Review of high-end torque wrench the Effetto Mariposa GiustaForza - it's a work of art

By Cycling Weekly Published 18 March 09

Muc-Off X-3 Dirty Chain Machine review

Cleaning your drivetrain can be a chore, but Muc-Off aim to make it more bearable with this innovative chain cleaner.

By Henry Robertshaw Published 5 November 14

Topeak Mini Ten multi-tool review

We've tested the Topeak Mini 10. It packs five allen keys, four torq heads and a Phillips screwdriver into a 92g package which is only 7cm long and comes in its own padded pouch

By Paul Norman Published 29 April 16

Blackburn Big Switch multitool review

Compact but perfectly formed, the Big Switch tool is up to most road-side maintenance tasks

By James Bracey Published 10 September 19

Finish Line Speed Degreaser 500ml review

Finish Line Speed Degreaser 500ml - No job is worse than degreasing a chain - can Finish Line make it a joy?

By Cycling Weekly Published 11 November 10

Crank Brothers b14 multi-tool review

Better known for their mountain biking tools, we tested the Crank Brothers b14 multi-tool in a road bike setting

By Cycling Weekly Published 1 January 14

Silca T Ratchet + Ti Torque Kit review

Silca's jewel-like tool kit looks to cover the bases for the regular traveller

By James Stout Published 27 August 20

Pro Minitool 11 multi-tool review

A small multi-tool that any jersey pocket will have space for, we tried out the Pro Minitool 11 multi-tool

By Cycling Weekly Published 1 January 14

Ice Toolz Pro Shop Chain Tool review

Head to Head: Chain tools - We pit a pair of chain breaking/fixing tools against each other to see which one comes out on top

By Cycling Weekly Published 17 November 10

Park Tool MT-20 multi-tool review

The Park Tool MT-20 multi-tool is exceptionally well made, and very compact, but that quality is at a price that can't be justified with so few functions.

By Henry Robertshaw Published 10 May 16

Brooks MT10 multi-tool review

The Brooks MT10 multi-tool is a product that, just like their saddles, is designed to last a lifetime

By James Bracey Published 19 January 16

Bike Repair Manual, Chris Sidwells review

We review the 'Bike Repair Manual' by Chris Sidwells

By Cycling Weekly Published 22 November 12

Oxford Products bike cleaning brushes review

This range of well-priced brushes from Oxford Products seems to include one to get at every part of your bike.

By Paul Norman Published 24 January 17

Morgan Blue Mud Off review

Morgan Blue Mud Off £10.95

By Hannah Bussey Published 10 May 13

The Ultimate Guide to Bike Maintenance and Upgrades review

We review 'The Ultimate Guide to Bike Maintenance and Upgrades' by Guy Andrews & Stuart Clapp

By Cycling Weekly Published 22 November 12

Fenwick's FS-1 concentrate (1l) review

Head to Head: Bike cleaners - cleaning your bike is a chore, which of these cleaning solutions can best ease the burden?

By Cycling Weekly Published 12 November 10

Effetto Mariposa CarboMove review

By Cycling Weekly Published 23 March 09

No Quarter Complete Cycle Detailing Kit review

No Quarter Complete Cycle Detailing Kit offers great cleaning and care for your frame, but is it worth the £34.99 outlay?

By Symon Lewis Published 28 February 17

Halo ProActive sports wash review

We've been testing Halo Proactive sports wash on our cycling kit – an effective laundry liquid that helps reduce odour build-up.

By Paul Norman Published 27 March 17

Topeak Mini 9 Pro multitool review

The Topeak Mini 9 Pro packs a lot of essentials into a small package including two tyre levers.

By Paul Norman Published 17 April 18

Lezyne S-Caddy tool bag review

By Cycling Weekly Published 4 June 09