CCM Tool Initial Thoughts/Schwinn Shootout

Grant Lamontagne · **Reply #30 on:** July 02, 2007, 11:07:03 PM

Well, it makes more sense to get a tool before you have a problem- you may not be so lucky next time!

And, for the price of most of these types of cycling multitools, well it really doesn't make much sense not to have one.

Def

Mike, Lord of the Spammers! · **Reply #31 on:** July 03, 2007, 10:16:44 AM

Quote from: Roadie on July 02, 2007, 10:50:24 PM

....maybe i should go and buy a cycle multitool it might shut me up!
Roadie

sound,s like a good plan mate, let us know what one ya get

I'm Still Bison · **Reply #32 on:** July 03, 2007, 04:27:18 PM

Roadie,here's a couple for you to consider:
http://www.crankbrothers.com/multi19.php
http://www.pedros.com/product.aspx?productID=6463181
http://www.topeak.com/2007/products/tools/aliendx.php

The Crank Bros. comes with a cool looking flask for carry,and the Topeak Alien DX,has a knife blade,and small pliers,almost putting it in general purpose multi-tool territory.

Grant Lamontagne · **Reply #33 on:** July 06, 2007, 12:58:03 AM

Since no one else seems all that interested in some of those tools I guess it's up to me to get them!

I really like the concept of the bike tool design- the split apart feature is pretty handy, and I wish more manufacturers would consider that when designing a tool. Not everyone is a crazy tool nut like us and carries multiple tools, but as far as I am concerned you need two, or at least one that splits apart. You have to be able to hold the bolt and turn the screw often enough (in my experience anyway) to make it worthwhile.

Def

I'm Still Bison · **Reply #34 on:** July 06, 2007, 06:14:44 AM

The Crank Bros. does take the Blue Ribbon for the cool factor..but for sheer utility,it's the Alien DX all the way.It would make a very worthy adjunct to a general purpose multi.I'd probably even throw one in a BOB, because if the balloon ever goes up,and you have to get out of Dodge in a hurry,you never know what modes of transport you might find yourself having to use.

Grant Lamontagne · **Reply #35 on:** January 06, 2008, 02:48:09 PM

Bringing this one back up since there was mention of it in the General Forum.

Def

thebullfrog · **Reply #36 on:** January 07, 2008, 09:06:09 AM

Wow. Thinking back on it a Topeak Alien was actually my first ever multitool. That thing saved my ass more times than I can count back when I still rode, especially the chain tool (I broke chains a lot for some reason). I gotta agree, the split apart feature is something that really should be considered in a general use tool. I actually EDC'd that thing for a long time even after I stopped riding before getting my PST II.

I'm Still Bison · **Reply #37 on:** January 07, 2008, 04:52:42 PM

I like the Alien myself,it's one tool that blurs the dividing line between the generalized and speSmurfpillst multi-tools.

NutSAK · **Reply #38 on:** February 25, 2008, 03:01:03 AM

Quote from: thebullfrog on January 07, 2008, 09:06:09 AM

Wow. Thinking back on it a Topeak Alien was actually my first ever multitool.

Now that you mention it, it was for me too. I never thought about it at the time.

I'm still using and abusing mine (when needed)!

Leatherman123 · **Reply #39 on:** February 25, 2008, 03:14:02 AM

That knife blade is HUGE!

Grant Lamontagne · **Reply #40 on:** February 25, 2008, 03:19:47 AM

It doesn't need to be- its a well known fact that ninjas don't ride bicycles!

Def

Mike, Lord of the Spammers! · **Reply #41 on:** February 25, 2008, 08:43:38 AM

Quote from: Defender on February 25, 2008, 03:19:47 AM

It doesn't need to be- its a well known fact that ninjas don't ride bicycles!

Def

Excuse me

I'm Still Bison · **Reply #42 on:** February 25, 2008, 02:47:22 PM

Quote from: micky d on February 25, 2008, 08:43:38 AM

Quote from: Defender on February 25, 2008, 03:19:47 AM
It doesn't need to be- its a well known fact that ninjas don't ride bicycles!

Def
Excuse me

Well......you just can't have your shuriken falling out of your pockets and giving yourself flats.

Dtrain · **Reply #43 on:** February 25, 2008, 03:31:43 PM

Quote from: micky d on June 26, 2007, 11:42:52 PM

solvent?

what does that mean ;D

Silly Goose,Solvent

is the stuff You use to clean your Multi-Tool out when it gets dirty......

I hope this Helps

Dtrain

Mike, Lord of the Spammers! · **Reply #44 on:** February 25, 2008, 07:49:38 PM

Quote from: Bison56 on February 25, 2008, 02:47:22 PM

Quote from: micky d on February 25, 2008, 08:43:38 AM
Quote from: Defender on February 25, 2008, 03:19:47 AM
It doesn't need to be- its a well known fact that ninjas don't ride bicycles!

Def
Excuse me
Well......you just can't have your shuriken falling out of your pockets and giving yourself flats.

I just ducttape them in place

scrappy · **Reply #45 on:** April 07, 2008, 05:52:49 AM

I have a topeak mcgyver, I might like an alien also??

I'm Still Bison · **Reply #46 on:** April 07, 2008, 01:57:46 PM

You'll like the Alien,sometimes I'll use mine for things other than bike work;it's a tool that blurs the line between a specialized multi-tool and a generalized multi.

Grant Lamontagne · **Reply #47 on:** April 07, 2008, 03:58:47 PM

I agree- I have two bike tools, and no bike!

Def

Mike, Lord of the Spammers! · **Reply #48 on:** April 07, 2008, 04:42:48 PM

I really need to have a closer look at bike tool's as most multi's are just no equiped to handle bicycle problems $:-\$

Greg in MO · **Reply #49 on:** April 07, 2008, 07:25:46 PM

I have had an Alien for probably 15 years now, and it is still going strong. Invaluable on the bike. I never really considered carrying it off the bike, but it's not a bad idea. Mine resides with my bike gear though, so I don't forget it. If you want one without the chain breaker, just invest in a couple Sachs quicklinks and you won't have to break a chain again while out and about. I use a full sized Park breaker at home.

While bike touring, I carry the Alien and a Charge. Too bad no one makes a multi with a 4th hand tool on it...

Greg

Grant Lamontagne · **Reply #50 on:** April 07, 2008, 08:43:55 PM

Welcome to the forum Greg!

I find that the wrenches on a bike tool are a great compliment to a more traditional type multitool. Other than a couple of screwdrivers, there usually isn't much in the way of redundancy between the bike and traditional tools, and the bike tool drivers usually have a longer reach, so they still come in handy.

Def

Mike, Lord of the Spammers! · **Reply #51 on:** April 07, 2008, 10:33:47 PM

Quote from: Greg in MO on April 07, 2008, 07:25:46 PM

I have had an Alien for probably 15 years now, and it is still going strong. Invaluable on the bike. I never really considered carrying it off the bike, but it's not a bad idea. Mine resides with my bike gear though, so I don't forget it. If you want one without the chain breaker, just invest in a couple Sachs quicklinks and you won't have to break a chain again while out and about. I use a full sized Park breaker at home.

While bike touring, I carry the Alien and a Charge. Too bad no one makes a multi with a 4th hand tool on it...

Greg

Welcome to the forum mate

, so what bike do you ride

Greg in MO · **Reply #52 on:** April 08, 2008, 02:55:54 PM

Thanks for the welcome.

I have four bikes, a go fast road bike, a full suspension MTB, and two touring bikes. My riding has evolved over the years, from off road, to road, and now to touring. My old Alien has worked on them all. I have been thinking of getting the Alien II or MacGuyver, but I haven't seen the need yet, other than just getting a new tool (which is always a good thing).

Greg

I'm Still Bison · **Reply #53 on:** April 08, 2008, 04:38:44 PM

Quote from: Greg in MO on April 08, 2008, 02:55:54 PM

Thanks for the welcome.
other than just getting a new tool (which is always a good thing).

Greg

Always a good reason...works for me

Welcome aboard!

Mike, Lord of the Spammers! · **Reply #54 on:** April 08, 2008, 08:41:05 PM

Quote from: Greg in MO on April 08, 2008, 02:55:54 PM

Thanks for the welcome.

I have four bikes, a go fast road bike, a full suspension MTB, and two touring bikes. My riding has evolved over the years, from off road, to road, and now to touring. My old Alien has worked on them all. I have been thinking of getting the Alien II or MacGuyver, but I haven't seen the need yet, other than just getting a new tool (which is always a good thing).

Greg

Well you in good company mate, as there a fair few cyclist here too

Grant Lamontagne · **Reply #55 on:** April 08, 2008, 09:03:05 PM

And a few members who will back up your desire for a new tool!

Def

NutSAK · **Reply #56 on:** April 10, 2008, 05:14:07 PM

Quote from: Defender on April 08, 2008, 09:03:05 PM

And a few members who will back up your desire for a new tool!

Def

...and a few Missourians too!

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