Cable cutters
Cable cutters
Cable cutters need to be strong and they need to be sharp. A poor set of cutters can fray the ends of cables quicker than almost anything else and there’s nothing more irritating than having to buy and install a new cable because your cutters just aren’t good enough.
You’ll also want a set with rounded blades as these cut all the way around the cable, rather than through from the top and bottom. This should ensure that you’ll end up with a cleaner cut and reduce the chance of fraying.
As well as cutting cables and cable housing, some cycling-specific cutters have other features like crimpers for re-shaping deformed housing which, while far from necessary, are very useful little extras if you’re going to be using them a lot.