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I prefer to buy tools for specific jobs rather than a full kit. that way I can get high quality tools for the jobs i do frequently and go more down scale or buy used for infrequent or one off jobs. I’ve done stuff with Park tools and super cheap general tools from Harbor Freight. Quality high end tools are important if you are a pro wrenching 8 hours a day, not as important if you are just using them once or twice a year.

But this looks like a decent kit for $50 if you are just getting started. It beats the $700 Park kit!

On thing you should get ASAP is a work stand. It is great for working but also for stuff like swapping wheels, washing your bike or lubing your chain. I use mine weekly for one thing or another. Bikes are so much easier to deal with if the wheels are off the ground.