The Americans seem to have a tool or an accessory for everything. And looking though this catalogue Du-Bro definitely keeps up the standard.

There is everything from a wide choice of wheel to sophisticated filler valves. Several items have aught my eye. Firstly, a Safety Lock Quick Link. Similar in design to most quick links, but this time a steel safety lock slides into place in its own little groove to lock the fastening pin. They come in three sizes 2MM, 2-56 and 4-40 in packages of two or twelve.

With winter fast approaching why not fit a set of skis to you model. Again Du-Bro have the answer with their Snowbird Main and Nose leg Skis. The skis are made from high-density polyethylene and come in either black or fluorescent pink! Price for the main skis are $22.95 and $11.95 for the nose leg.

Du-bro Accessories are distributed in the UK by J Perkins Distribution Ltd, 90 - 96 Greenwich High Road, London SE10 8JG. Tel:020 8692 2451 (www.jperkinsdistribution.co.uk) or contact Du-Bro direct at: www.dubro.com for your free catalogue. The catalogue makes an interesting read especially to see what our friends across the pond are doing!