Wrench your way through winter
When winter is raging outside, it’s wrenching time indoors: now is the perfect opportunity to calmly care for your bike, organise your workshop and get it ready for the next season. We show you how to work efficiently – and which tools make the job easier.
Why winter is the perfect time for bike maintenance
In winter, your bike spends more time standing still – ideal for giving it a thorough clean and checking wear parts. Without time pressure, you can carry out repairs, plan upgrades and make sure your bicycle stays safe and reliable. This not only protects materials and your nerves, but also noticeably extends your bike’s lifespan.
Setting up your home workshop
With the right setup, wrenching is not only more fun – it also becomes faster, safer and cleaner. From a work stand to a torque wrench: here you’ll learn which equipment you really need and how to equip your home workshop optimally.
Work stands & truing stands – stable wrenching instead of improvising
A work stand brings stability and comfort to any repair. You work at eye level, have both hands free and protect the frame and components at the same time. Whether you’re a beginner or a pro – there’s a suitable solution for every skill level.
Toolkits & essentials for beginners
A basic tool kit forms the heart of any home workshop. With Allen keys, Torx keys, tyre levers & more, you can handle the most important tasks yourself – from shortening a chain to changing brake pads. Complete sets offer an ideal starting point for beginners.
Torque wrenches & precision tools
Modern bikes – especially carbon and electric bikes – require precise torque values. A good torque wrench protects against damage and ensures that all bolts are tightened with the correct force. Perfect for safety-relevant components.
Pumps & tyres – pressure, grip & tubeless setup for the winter
Cold, wet conditions and road salt change how your bike behaves – and with that, the requirements for tyre pressure and tyre choice. In winter, it’s worth checking tyre pressure regularly and, if necessary, switching to a grippier tread or a tubeless setup. With the right tools, you keep your pressure stable, mount tyres more easily and ensure safe grip on wet or slippery surfaces.
How to get your bike through the winter
Clean & care for your bike
Salt, moisture and dirt put particular strain on your bike during the winter months. With the right care, you can prevent corrosion, wear and unnecessary repairs. In our bike care campaign, you’ll find all the important steps and suitable products for long-lasting winter maintenance.
Make room
Bicycle storage & organisation systems
To keep your bike dry, protected and within easy reach, it should be stored properly during winter. Whether wall mounts, ceiling lifts or floor stands – there’s a suitable solution for every living situation. Tools and small parts can also be organised smartly.
Wall, ceiling & floor mounts
From space-saving wall mounts to practical ceiling lifts – ideal solutions to store your bike safely while making optimal use of your space.
Organisation systems for tools & small parts
With shelves, boxes or wall rails, you keep an overview in your workshop. Well organised, wrenching becomes faster and less stressful.


