
Iβve bought 1000βs of cheap cycle gadgets on AliExpress in the past, here are 5 of my favourites for under Β£10!
AliExpress has a bit of a reputation for cheap rubbish, but it does have some fantastic cycle kit, and if you know where to look, some awesome cycle gadgets.
I've been buying virtually all my bike parts from it since around 2018, and must have bought 1000βs of things related to road bikes and cycling over the years.
Not everything I've bought has been great but there are definitely some hidden gems, so in this episode Iβll cover 5 of those.
A portable torque wrench, a chain breaker that fits inside your drop bars, an internal cable routing tool, a fantastic chain wear gauge, a laser wheel alignment tool, a tubeless plug kit, and finally some interesting rearview mirrors.
Also just FYI, I bought all of these products myself π₯π₯π₯
Affiliate links - (see "shop" tab):
https://linktr.ee/tracevelo
Timestamps:
00:00 β Start
00:30 β Portable torque wrench
02:28 β Micro chain breaker
03:46 β Cable routing tool
04:24 β Chain wear gauge
06:11 β Laser wheel alignment tool
07:47 β Tubeless plug kit
08:50 β Bonus rearview mirrors
Intro roll:
Created by Dev Joshi - http://www.go2dev.co.uk
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Please note:
I am not a professionally trained bike mechanic. There can be risks associated with using products that are unbranded, untested, or come from sources where the provenance is unknown.
Please talk to a qualified bike mechanic if you are in any doubt. In essence, be careful, do your research, and cycle safe!!!
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Bike part mentions in this video

Portable Torque Wrench 3Nm to 10Nm 10Nm to 20Nm High Precision Torque Tools Bike Repair Hand Tools Ratchet Key Bike Spanner Tool

ZTTO Bicycle Mini Chain Cutter Bike Repair Tool Chain Removal Tool Chain Pin Splitter Device Chain Breaker Cutter With Bar ends

Bike Internal Cable Routing Kit For Bicycle Frames Mountain MTB Road Cycling Brake Shift Hydraulic Inner Wire Install Guide Tool

RIDERACE Bicycle Chain Wear Indicator Tool Multi-Functional Bike Chain Gauge Measurement Checker MTB Road Cycling Repair Tools

Bicycle Handlebar Saddle Positioner 180mAh Bicycle Calibrator Bike Handlebar Saddle Calibrator Bicycle Maintenance Accessories

1/2PCS Universal Bicycle Rearview Mirror Adjustable Rotate Wide-Angle Cycling Handlebar Rear View for MTB Road Bike Accessories

WEST BIKING Bicycle Rearview Mirror Universal Adjustable Convex Mirrors Rotate Handlebar End Mirror MTB Road Bike Accessories
Portable Torque Wrench 3Nm to 10Nm 10Nm to 20Nm High Precision Torque Tools Bike Repair Hand Tools Ratchet Key Bike Spanner Tool
Created: December 05, 2024The reviewer discusses a beam-style portable torque wrench suitable for bike repairs, particularly for carbon road bikes where precise torque is crucial. They mention its affordability and functionality for small bolts like stem clamps and seat post bolts.
AI-Summary
Pros
- Affordable (Β£7.50)
- Lightweight (48g without bits, 89g with bits)
- Compact and portable, suitable for bike packing or rides
- Comes with common bits including a T25 Torx
- Gets torque settings in the ballpark
- Useful for those not used to gauging torque by feel
Cons
- Not a precision tool, not highly accurate
- Slightly over-tightens compared to a more expensive torque wrench
Key Points
- Beam-style torque wrench indicating torque via handle bending
- Range: 3Nm to 10Nm
- Tested against a more expensive torque wrench, found to be slightly over-tightening but acceptable
- Includes common bits like T25 Torx for disc brake rotors


ZTTO Bicycle Mini Chain Cutter Bike Repair Tool Chain Removal Tool Chain Pin Splitter Device Chain Breaker Cutter With Bar ends
Created: December 05, 2024The reviewer briefly mentions the ZTTO Bicycle Mini Chain Cutter Bike Repair Tool Chain Removal Tool Chain Pin Splitter Device Chain Breaker Cutter With Bar ends but does not provide detailed analysis.
AI-Summary


Bike Internal Cable Routing Kit For Bicycle Frames Mountain MTB Road Cycling Brake Shift Hydraulic Inner Wire Install Guide Tool
Created: December 05, 2024The reviewer briefly mentions the Bike Internal Cable Routing Kit For Bicycle Frames Mountain MTB Road Cycling Brake Shift Hydraulic Inner Wire Install Guide Tool but does not provide detailed analysis.
AI-Summary


RIDERACE Bicycle Chain Wear Indicator Tool Multi-Functional Bike Chain Gauge Measurement Checker MTB Road Cycling Repair Tools
Created: December 05, 2024The reviewer discusses the RIDERACE Bicycle Chain Wear Indicator Tool, comparing it to the Park Tool CC4 gauge. They note its accuracy in measuring chain wear, particularly for 11 and 12-speed drivetrains.
AI-Summary
Pros
- Accurate in measuring chain wear
- Cheap at Β£3.59p
- Similar functionality to the Park Tool CC2 chain wear gauge
Cons
Key Points
- Measures chain wear accurately up to 0.5% and 0.75%
- Useful for 11 and 12-speed drivetrains
- Tested against the Park Tool CC4 gauge and found to be spot-on


Bicycle Handlebar Saddle Positioner 180mAh Bicycle Calibrator Bike Handlebar Saddle Calibrator Bicycle Maintenance Accessories
Created: December 05, 2024The reviewer briefly mentions the Bicycle Handlebar Saddle Positioner 180mAh Bicycle Calibrator Bike Handlebar Saddle Calibrator Bicycle Maintenance Accessories but does not provide detailed analysis.
AI-Summary


1/2PCS Universal Bicycle Rearview Mirror Adjustable Rotate Wide-Angle Cycling Handlebar Rear View for MTB Road Bike Accessories
Created: December 05, 2024The reviewer discusses two bicycle rearview mirrors, including the 1/2PCS Universal Bicycle Rearview Mirror, noting its adjustability and usefulness for seeing traffic behind.
AI-Summary
Pros
- Adjustable and rotatable for better viewing angles
- Useful for seeing traffic directly behind by glancing down
- Can be stowed away when not in use
- Inexpensive at Β£2.70p delivered
Cons
- Looks a bit goofy on racy bikes
- Smaller mirror size compared to another model mentioned
Key Points
- Mirror can be stowed away when not needed
- Provides sufficient field of view despite small size
- More discreet than larger mirrors


WEST BIKING Bicycle Rearview Mirror Universal Adjustable Convex Mirrors Rotate Handlebar End Mirror MTB Road Bike Accessories
Created: December 05, 2024The reviewer discusses the WEST BIKING Bicycle Rearview Mirror, highlighting its functionality and design. They mention using it for a couple of rides and finding it useful for checking traffic behind them by glancing down.
AI-Summary
Pros
- Useful for seeing traffic directly behind by glancing down
- Adjustable and can be moved around then secured in place
- Smaller version is stowable and less obtrusive on racy bikes
- Affordable price point
Cons
- Larger version looks a bit goofy on more racy bikes
- Smaller version's clarity is not as good as the larger one
Key Points
- Comes in two sizes: a larger, more visible mirror and a smaller, stowable one
- Both versions serve the same purpose of checking for traffic behind
- Smaller mirror is more discreet and can be stowed away when not needed

