Fix It Sticks -- Looks promising

[Keith A]

Just saw this about the Fix It Sticks and they look interesting...
http://www.slocyclist.com/fix-it-sticks-replaceable-edition-review/

[AngryScientist]

Keith - i've been using them for a few years now. they rock.

[Steelman]

Just saw this about the Fix It Sticks and they look interesting...
http://www.slocyclist.com/fix-it-sticks-replaceable-edition-review/

Thanks for sharing. Why have we not heard of this before?

[teleguy57]

Great product; Brian Davis is a local guy -- and a good guy to boot. Check out his latest design (https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/fixitsticks/backbottle-the-jersey-friendly-bottle-for-all-cycl). Folks here who have tried the Back Bottle have given it a big thumbs up. It the details that make it work.

[Dead Man]

My old trusty Bell multitool recently flew out of my pocket on a bomb... I've been riding around with loose allens in my jersey pocket while I procrastinated researching a new tool..... but you've found it for me!

Looks sweet.. ordering.

[blilrat]

Another pleased customer. I purchased a set when he had his kickstarter. This new version with the interchangeable bits is the only thing I'd change about the set I bought. The original bits were glued in place so you had to buy a new 'stick' to get different sized bits.

[Shortsocks]

Keith - i've been using them for a few years now. they rock.


I swear AS, you have used every tool ever created. It just amazes me. :eek:
I love it. I'm still figuring out the most rudimentary things....

[93legendti]

I just ordered the Fix It aluminum (for on the bike) and the Fix It replaceable (for my travel bike case) thru Amazon.

Thanks for the heads up.

[tumbler]

Very cool, thanks for sharing.

[rnhood]

Those are interesting and I haven't seen or heard of these before.

[cbresciani]

Picked up a set a couple of weeks ago, they work great, definitely worth it.

[old fat man]

I tend to grab something more diverse if I remember to pack a multi tool:

http://pedros.com/products/toolsfor-the-ride/icm-multi-tool/

I'd hate to have these sweet fix it sticks in my pocket, only to realize I was missing the tool (torx size, allen size, chain tool) I really need when I reach for it.

[thirdgenbird]

Is everyone still liking their fix it sticks?

It looks like the replaceable version fix it sticks is only you really missing a chains tool and spoke wrench. Luckily, the Pedro's six pack chains tool is small and includes spoke wrenches on the handle. You could even leave the Pedro's 5mm wrench at home if you wanted to consolidate further.

[R3awak3n]

I have a replaceable version and really like mine. Just took it on a 6 day mini tour and was used quite a bit, great tool.

I don't need a chain tool because I use quick links and don't bring a spoke wrench unless on a multiple day ride so I don't miss those tools on the fix t sticks.

I also got mine in eBay for $27 shipped, they guy had a bunch when I bought mine.

[Cicli]

I am not a fan. First time I had to use them the 4mm bit fell out and vanished in the long roadside grass. They have been on the bench ever since. Never lost a bit out of my multitool.
PM me if you want whats left of them.

[SlowPokePete]

I bought a set in an attempt to clean up my tool pack...they ended up in the tool box, not getting much use.

Nice tools but I like the size and tools in my lezyne tool better...

SPP

[guido]

I like the Topeak Ratchet Rocket

http://www.amazon.com/Topeak-Ratchet-Rocket-Lite-Tools/dp/B00P2BB2PE/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1429439538&sr=8-2&keywords=Topeak+Ratchet+Rocket+Lite+DX

Yes the bits are separate but they stay well in the case and when put into the handle and the handle is tough and well designed... It fits tight spots perfectly unlike most multitools.

[R3awak3n]

I am not a fan. First time I had to use them the 4mm bit fell out and vanished in the long roadside grass. They have been on the bench ever since. Never lost a bit out of my multitool.
PM me if you want whats left of them.

take him on this offer thirdgen, get the lost bit for cheap at any hardware store.

Thats the great thing about it, lost bits or new bits (cuz who knows what ever the bike industry will come up with next) can just be bought and put on the tool.

Like I said I used it extensively on a mini tour and the bits didnt seem to come out easily but it would be unfortunately to loose one on the side of the road when you most need it.

[thirdgenbird]

I have a replaceable version and really like mine. Just took it on a 6 day mini tour and was used quite a bit, great tool.

I don't need a chain tool because I use quick links and don't bring a spoke wrench unless on a multiple day ride so I don't miss those tools on the fix t sticks.

I also got mine in eBay for $27 shipped, they guy had a bunch when I bought mine.

I use quick links too. In the unlikely event a chain breaks, you may need a chain tool to remove a link to get a quick link installed. I figure the spoke wrench is a no brainer being on the handle of the chain tool.

Tihsepa, sent you a pm.