Reddit reviews SUNLITE Fork Mount Bike Block

• Chain wear measuring tool
  
  Optional, you can actually use a ruler if you want. But it makes the job a bit easier and more foolproof.
  
  
• Chain breaking tool (plier-style or punch-style, can't remember how my chain is put together at the moment)
  
  When it's time to replace your chain you'll need the "punch-style" chain tool to size the new one correctly, regardless of the type of chain you currently have. But you won't need one until then, so it's up to you if you want to buy it now or later. The "plier-style" is for removing quick links, but that's mostly a matter of convenience: I just recently got one myself, until now I've just used my fingers, or maybe a bit of wire if it's stuck.
  
  
• Chain cleaner tool
  
  I've used these, but I'm not a big fan. For regular chain maintenance, just some degreaser on a rag is enough. For deeper cleaning there's lots and lots of ways to clean a chain, including these cleaning tools. Other options: remove and shake in a bottle, use an ultrasonic cleaner, use two nail brushes pressed together ... or just not bothering with deep cleaning. It's really up to you.
  
  
• Degreaser (is this bike specific/not?)
  
  I use Simple Green for most jobs. There's bike-specific degreaser, though, if you want.
  
  
• Chain lube (is this bike specific/not?)
  
  This one is definitely bike specific! There's lots of options out there, but cleaning and lubing regularly is more important than which one you use. If you ride in the rain a lot, get a wet lube. I like wax-based lubes, for what it's worth.
  
  
• Brush set (any ones in particular? I know I need the sickle-shaped cog scrapey thing, a bottle brush and something finer)
  
  I use an old toothbrush. I've never bothered with the "sickle-shaped cog scrapey thing," but that's because I remove the cassette completely if it gets dirty enough to need that.
  
  
• Dummy hub
  
  Meh, if you want. I've never needed it.
  
  
• Bike stand
  
  I recommend finding something that lets you work on the bike at a more manageable height. Official bike stands are expensive, but work very well. There are cheaper options that get the job done, though.
  
  For a long time I just mounted a bike hanger like this to the wall. The bike just sits in it, not overly secure, but it's enough to get the bike to a working height, and you can pedal to work on the chain. Enough to do basic maintenance. It also doubles as bike storage. I found this works best with road bikes (narrower handlebars).
  
  More recently, though, I made a bike stand. It's still a work in progress, but I'll post pictures of it here eventually. It's made from sawhorse brackets and 2x4's as the base, and then I use this bracket for my road bike and this bracket for my mountain bike to secure it. The front wheel comes off and clamps down, and the bottom bracket rests on the top of the saw horse, with the wheel hanging off the back. It's secure, I can work in my yard and clean the bike on it, and it was pretty inexpensive to make. And I don't have to worry about clamping to carbon, or where I'm going to clamp with the suspension in the way, etc. The only downside is you can't work on the front wheel or brakes very conveniently. My design doesn't store very compactly, though I'm sure you can find a better way if that's a concern.
  
  Most other tools can be picked up on an as-needed bases. Cable cutters when you replace cables. Lockring tool and chain whip when you want to remove the cassette. Bottom bracket wrench when it's time to service the bottom bracket. Cone wrenches when you service the hubs. A torque wrench if you have a carbon fiber bike. Etc.
  
  I can't help with phone mounts, so I'll let someone else make a suggestion there.

Here you go. It was fairly simple to put together too. Also now that I am doing the math again it may closer to $45.00, I wasn't adding the tax up. Either way I am pretty happy with the turn out. At least the bikes aren't laying on top of each other when we go riding now.

This is all from Lowes.

• Bike Fork Mount - http://www.amazon.com/Sunlite-Bicycle-Block-Mount-Black/dp/B000AO7GRG/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1375992531&sr=8-3&keywords=bike+fork+mount
  
  
  
• The Hillman Group 3-Count 1/4-in-20 Stainless Steel Standard (SAE) Regular Wing Nut
  Item #: 409445 | Model #: 126893
  Unit Price - $1.98
  Quantity - 1
  Total -$1.98
  
  
  
• The Hillman Group 1/4-in-20 x 3/4-in Zinc-Plated Standard (SAE) Hex Bolt
  Item #: 55817 | Model #: 190009
  Unit Price - $0.11
  Quantity - 4
  Total - $0.44
  
  
  
• The Hillman Group 1/4-in- 20 Zinc-Plated Standard (SAE) Nylon Insert Lock Nut
  Item #: 63403 | Model #: 180147
  Unit Price - $0.12
  Quantity - 4
  Total - $0.48
  
  
  
• The Hillman Group 100-Count 1/4-in Standard (SAE) Split Lock Washers
  Item #: 63408 | Model #: 300018
  Unit Price - $0.16
  Quantity - 8
  Total - $1.28
  
  
  
• The Hillman Group 1/4-in-20 x 1-1/4-in Standard (SAE) Hex Bolt
  Item #: 61821 | Model #: 190018
  Unit Price - $0.15
  Quantity - 2
  Total - $0.30
  
  
  
• The Hillman Group 1-1/4 x 5/16 Fender Washers
  Item #: 68883 | Model #: 290024
  Unit Price - $0.16
  Quantity - 4
  Total - $0.64
  
  
  
• Steelworks 4-ft x 1-1/2-in Aluminum Solid Angle
  Item #: 215938 | Model #: 11356
  Unit Price - $8.33
  Quantity - 1
  Total - $8.33
  
  
  edit: Update and formatting.

Here's the link

What do you guys think of this style bike rack?
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B000AO7GRG/ref=cm_cr_arp_mb_bdcrb_top?ie=UTF8

shit...you can even get them cheaper and STILL be better off than this guy.

Hooks were this kind of thing. I can't find the exact ones — mine were 1/4" by 4" with machine threads so I could put wing nuts on them.

Fork mount was this one, but there are a ton of options.

A very inexpensive method for transporting your bike in the bed of your Tacoma is to purchase something this: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000AO7GRG/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_dp_T2_05dszbQ8H30KX

I bought 2 to transport friends bikes for a big event 4 of us went to. Screwed them to a piece of plywood and set it in the back of my F-150. Worked very very well. These are for traditional quick release axles. Amazon (and I'm sure your LBS) sells a version for through axle.

I definitely recommend a pair of shorts or bibs. For me personally it's bibs 100%. Since I got a set last summer, I haven't rode anything else.

Lock is nice if you plan to leave the bike unattended.

Waterbottles are a must.

A minimal set of tools so you can repair a flat and make adjustments on the road.

You do NOT absolutely need shoes or pedals right now. You can enjoy the bike as is and buy pedals/shoes when you are ready. Some shops will sell the bike with no pedals, others will include them. You can probably get them to throw in some cheap pedals with the sale to get you by for a while.

I also highly suggest a blinking head and tail light - as bright as possible. For day or night riding it'll help others see you.

Which bike did you end up deciding on? Your list in the other post was quite extensive and a very good list. Good luck!

Lots of cheap options on Amazon. If you don't want the bar you can get a couple of these t-nuts that fit inside the track and screw the fork mount into that for an out of the way semi permanent options.

Sunlite Fork Mount Bike Block https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000AO7GRG/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_2dOwzbNNVRVQF

1018 Steel T-Slot Nut, Black Oxide Finish, Grade 5, Tapped Through, 3/8"-16 Threads, 5/8" Height, 9/16" Slot Depth, Made in US (Pack of 5) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B009SWGLHW/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_IgOwzbJSKR2CC

Actually, this looks promising, as there are replacement skewers for it.

Sunlite Fork Mount Bike Block https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000AO7GRG/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_JdgKAbGCS2C36