Portable tools and bags: what works and what doesn't.

I have gone through different tools to find one that would work and not break after a couple uses.  I have found that if the tool doesn't have plastic parts to it, they last a ton longer.

I had one of those multi-tools for hex wrenches, it was one from Bell bikes and it was about $8, and it lasted four uses because the main frame of the tool was plastic. Then i went to one of the local bike shops and found one by the Specialized bike Co.  and it is nothing but metal, and i bought that about a year ago and it's still working fine, and i only paid about $12 for it.

This tool is also nice to have as well:

it's the Park Tool MT-1.  (Image from http://lovelybike.blogspot.com/)

If you want a screw driver set to carry with you, find one that is all-in-one. it takes up less room in your bag when your carrying it with you.  if you can carry tools with you, and you don't have a big bag, find multi-tools, they are compact and very handy.

keep on biking, and my your tools last as long as your bike....