Congratulations, you’ve got a house! And now you are the homeowner who pays mortgage and mows the lawn on Saturdays. But with so many freedoms you gain certain responsibilities. In your case, it became clear that you should go to work alone and your bike in a garage is the only thing that could save you. 🚲

The thing is, to ride a bicycle you should get prepared because the risk is high and Murphy’s law is especially active when you put on your dress pants and have a meeting in half an hour. What will you do if your wheel becomes flat and you are far from home? This is why you should get a repair kit and make a disaster out of a small trouble.

First of all, it is necessary to mention a bag. Of course, you shouldn’t carry everything you have in your pockets as squirrels do with nuts. The Topeak Aero Wedge is just right for you because it clamps to the bicycle and does not distract you while you are riding it. It is important that it is water proof since you will need it if it rains.

Second, we should talk about air. CO2 cartridges are quick and easy, but hand pumps are more reliable. Get a mini-pump such as Lezyne Road Drive that does not run out of fuel. It is important to pay attention to your valve system. There are two types of valves – Presta and Schrader. Check your bike before you buy a pump.

It is impossible to replace a wheel without a lever. Get a set of tire levers, for example, Park Tool. They are made of durable material and cannot be broken easily. Also get a spare tube of a certain size for your wheel. Patching a tire takes a lot of time and glue is inconvenient to use. Do not waste your time.

Get a multi-tool for quick and effective repairing of your bicycle parts. For example, Crankbrothers M19 is very versatile and can be used on almost any bike. Before you buy the multi-tool check what tools you will need with the help of your bicycle. Hex keys and Torx bits are needed in most cases.

Get a couple of rags or baby wipes for cleaning your hands if they become dirty with grease during the repairing. It is unpleasant to look at grease stains on your presentation slide. Get a quick link for your chain in case it becomes broken and you cannot continue your trip. Finally, take some money, for example, ten dollars for emergency use.

In general, to be the homeowner means to repair things by yourself. Your bike is just the first step of your experience. Pack all these items in the bag and mount it on your bicycle. And you will never need it until you need it really badly.