New UPDATED LIST.....  Just got a NEW Fox Fanny/Tool pack.

1. Universal wrench. Fits front and rear axle nuts, spark plug socket and a few other nut sizes.
2. Spark plug socket wrench.
3. Assortment of combination wrenches: 8,10,12,14mm.
4. 5 and 6mm Allen wrenches.
5. Small needle-nose Vise Grip.
6. 10 nylon zip ties.
7. Spare chain link and master link(s)
8. 5, 6, and 8mm nuts and bolt combinations.
9. Clean handkerchief.
10. Power Bar
11. Identification
12. Emergency contact information, insurance card
13. Two Tire Irons
14. Tire pump or CO2 system and pressure gauge
15. Tire patches, glue and scraper
16. Spare 3.00 x 21 tube (can be used in both front and rear tires in emergency)
17. Pliers
18. Screwdrivers, (both phillips and standard)
19. Blistex or other lip protector
20. Spare spark Plugs
21. Safety Wire
22. Detailed map of area
23. 3 feet of 3/8 inch tubing
(for moving gas from one bike to another, connect the two petcocks together)
24. Cash

EXTRAS AND OPTIONS
- Sturdy Rope or Tow Strap
- Advil
- Compact First Aid Kit
- Small container of Dish Soap (for seating tires and washing hands)
- Sturdy Paper Towels (for clean up, and TP)
- Length of Electrical Tape
- Glove Liners
- Rain Jacket (for unexpected showers and cold)
- Spare levers, clutch perch, compression release, etc.
- Flashlight
- "Quicksteel" (for patching holes in cases(MS Racing))

KEY POINTS
Be certain, for example, that your axle nut wrench actually fits your axle nut. Same with plug wrench. Have EXACT spare master links for your chain. Any goofy special tools required for trailside repairs on your particular bike? Replace tired cable, chain, tires, or missing hardware prior to the ride or suffer later. Learn how to fix a flat in the comfort of your garage, not a mosquito-laden trail. Stay to the right on all trails and fireroads to avoid an ugly head-on. Learn to be resourceful, self-reliant, and knowledgeable about basic bike repairs and trailside fixes.

HAVE FUN!

 

 

Don't Get Caught With Out Your Fanny Packed!

By Mike "El Packa Man" Hobbs

 

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This is not something that is thought about often. But, if you are going to wear a fanny pack, make sure you include what you need. Below you'll see what I've learned about fanny pack packing in my fifteen plus years of riding. 

Use your imagination and improvise! This can't be stressed enough. When you have a problem on the trail, the tools you need are most likely at home, or camp. And naturally camp is somewhere thousands of walking miles away from you and probably on the other side of a mountain. Make due with what you have around your waist (like you have any other choice). When com"pacting" things, try and think of tools you'll need that will work for several purposes. 

 

Some things I carry: (This is in no way to be interpreted as, "Everything needed", but, as a starting point of the bare necessities to bring in case of a break down.)

*Extra spark plug. Don't leave home with out one - PERIOD!

*Small adjustable wrench. (To remove your spark plug and other bolts.)

*A pair of pliers. (Preferably, one that will cut cables or wire.)

*Bolts or Allen's. (If there is common size bolt or Allen on your bike, stick a few of them in your bag with the tool needed to install/remove them.)

* A "Four in One" screwdriver. (This doubles as an 8mm socket, by removing the bit. It comes in handy on the trail to adjust clutch and brake lever positions, among other things.)

*Heavy gauge wire and assorted plastic zip ties. (I carry 1 foot of 10 gauge wire. It can be used to tie things up or as an electrical wire.)

*Wrap the tools in electrical tape. (This keeps the sharp edges from poking a hole in the bag and - you guessed it, doubles as electrical tape.)

*A can of tire sealer and/or patch kit. (Patching a tire on the trial might be difficult but with some ingenuity, it's possible.)

*A spare Master link. (I don't carry one, but it's a good idea.) 

*A bottle of 2-stroke oil. (I carry McCulloch 3.2 oz. "One Shot". When you're riding your 2-stroke, with your 4-strokes buddies, DO NOT tell them you have extra 2-stroke oil. You'll never live it down! Mixing it in front of them might be tricky but it still gives peace of mind.)

Don't fall into the fanny pack syndrome!

This usually happens after a rider breaks down and doesn't have the tool he or she needs. After cussing a while, they vow to never be caught without the tools needed. The next time you ride with them, they're prepared alright! In fact they're OVER prepared. Let's face it. One doesn't have to go overboard and haul 47 pounds of tools that include a huge wrench to remove the rear rim. Before heading out on the trial, just stop and think what tools you will most likely need.