the perfect multitool

[chiasticon]

my definition of a perfect multitool is "everything you need, nothing you don't."

the list of what I (currently) deem necessary in order to service the most likely field-repair parts of all of my bikes is: 2.5, 3, 4, 5, 6, T25, phillips.

previously, I thought the Lezyne SV5 was perfect for me. it has 3, 4, 5, 6, phillips. but then Sram started doing 2.5 for the limit screws on their FD's, so I added a spare 2.5 to my tool kit with the SV5. then I started using the Zipp stems which use T25. so clearly I need to re-assess my multitool at this point...

I realize I won't really get the "everything you need, nothing you don't" I'm looking for, unless I go to ratchets and spare bits. and I'm OK with an extra bit or two in the multitool. but I'm not going to carry a 19 piece multi just to get the 2.5 and T25. the closest I have in my posession is the Park IB-2. but it has a couple extra bits and a flathead instead of a Phillips (which will work for limit screws I wanted the phillips for, but is not ideal). still, it's close.

so what about you? what do you carry and what's the perfect multitool for you?

[William]

William

[echelon_john]

Park IB-3. I like having a chain tool. Because I am very large and powerful. 1/2 of that last sentence is true.

[Clancy]

Fix-it Sticks. I've not found anything as light, compact, or as easy to use. I bought two different models, and now carry 3 of the sticks so that I get the T25 and 2.5.

I just saw some nice mini tools from Fabric. The six tool version is super cool, light, well made, but alas no 2.5

[mktng]

http://www.lezyne.com/product-mtools...p#.WMMjyhLyui4

I use this. I've probably used every tool on this thing at least once. Some obviously more than others. Yes..even that serrated knife!. Chain breaker tool is awesome too. It fits nicely into my tool roll along with tire, lever and some zip ties.

[Cicli]

I have disassembled several that I picked up along the way. Reassembled with what I need. They work fine.

[ultraman6970]

I like this one!

Originally Posted by William

William

[echelon_john]

No air compressor, so not tubeless compatible. Deal breaker.

Originally Posted by Cicli

I have disassembled several that I picked up along the way. Reassembled with what I need. They work fine.

[m_sasso]

The tool quality is good and has what I need,
Crank Brothers M17 includes:
chain tool: 8/9/10 speed compatible
spoke wrench: #0, 1, 2, 3
hex wrenches: #2, 2.5, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8
open wrench: 8mm, 10mm
screwdrivers: phillips #2, flat #2, torx: t-25
length 89 mm
weight 168g
warranty lifetime

[Louis]

I've always liked the CPR-9, but I don't think they're made anymore.

[yummygooey]

I came here to suggest the Crank Brothers M17 (or 19) (above). I like mine a lot!

[MaraudingWalrus]

I like the Fabric chamber tool, in both its ratchet and non-ratchet variety. Fabric has a few other tools besides that that are relatively nice, also.

[tumbler]

Originally Posted by yummygooey

I came here to suggest the Crank Brothers M17 (or 19) (above). I like mine a lot!

+1. I ordered my M19 from Nashbar for $16.96 on June 20, 2007... so coming up on 10 years. I occasionally think about checking out what's new, but I really have zero complaints with my M19.

[vqdriver]

Originally Posted by Louis

I've always liked the CPR-9, but I don't think they're made anymore.

i had 2 of those. worst tool ever. had exactly what i needed, only half of which i could get into places where they needed to be.

[Louis]

Originally Posted by vqdriver

only half of which i could get into places where they needed to be.

This is always a risk for "all in one" tools, but IMO it's worth living with, given the alternatives (nothing at all or carrying half a toolbox).