Topeak Hexus 16-Function Bicycle Tool
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Description of Topeak Hexus 16-Function Bicycle Tool
Topeak Hexus 16 Multi Tool . 16 Functions Black. Includes: 2,2.5,3,4,5,6,8mm Allens. A T25 Torx Bit, a 14 and 15g spoke wrench, Chain tool and chain hook, a philips and flat head screw driver. 2 plastic tire levers.Sports reviews of Topeak Hexus 16-Function Bicycle Tool
Customer Review: Compact, loaded, and ready to fix everything
Sport shop rating: 5 Stars
I have been using this tool (although I think it was named something different when it first came out) for over 8 years. With it, I have done countless trail/road side repairs for myself, friends, and even other cyclist I met with mechanical problems. I even fully assembled a new bike for my neighbor using just this tool when I had loaned my toolbox to my brother. Very simply, this tool has everything you will need for just about any repair on the bike, including a fantastic chain tool and built in tire levers. At this price, it is a crazy deal, IMO the best value around.
I do have a specific comment regarding the user who wrote a review stating he broke the plastic under what he considers a "reasonable" load and posted his gory picture. The tool casing is not plastic, it is metal. The only plastic part on this tool is the removable tire lever. You sheered the metal, at a reinforced area of the tool. The is no way that happened under "reasonable" force - you would have to be inappropriately using the tool as a pry-bar or trying to break a siezed bolt with too short a lever to accomplish something like that. It is irresponsible and unfair to rate the product poorly because of your own misuse. Amazon should remove that photo.
Customer Review: ALMOST AS IMPORTANT AS PLENTY OF WATER!
Sport shop rating: 5 Stars
Other than plenty of water, this is one item I will not ride without! While it is heavier than some tools of this ilk, this one has everything and it is so well made! If you need more tools than this little thing provides, then you probably need to have your bike taken in to a repair shop or have it hauled home and do it in the garage. I have yet to have a "road problem" that I was not able to contend with, and I am pretty hard on bikes. I carry mine in my little bike pack behind the seat. I have two bikes, one a hybrid, the other a road bike. I have two of these tools and keep one in the pack of each bike. At the price they are asking for these things, they are affordable and well worth it. Between this tool and a cell phone, there is not much I cannot handle. I am a complete armature rider, but ride a lot. As affordable as these things are, it is rather silly to ride without one.Customer Review: Bike saver
Sport shop rating: 5 Stars
I've had a bike for years and never owned a multi-tool. I didn't ride much and was always with a buddy. Now I'm riding 27 miles round trip as a commuter, alone, and can't have a bike issue that would make me late to get my kids from daycare. This tool has the basics of what you need to get you out of trouble. Any more and you might as well keep it in your garage for serious tune ups. I'm not a competitive biker so the weight isn't even noticeable and the price was very reasonable compared to other ubertools that look like Frankenstein's Swiss Army knife.Customer Review: Topeak Hexus
Sport shop rating: 5 Stars
I have yet to use all the functions on this tool, but it seems well made and a good value for the money. I purchased this mostly b/c I needed a chain tool and it functional for that, as well as being compact and multi-faceted. I have also used higher priced more "profesional" chain tools that are better for more frequent use or for more serious riders. For changing a chain on a kid's bike every now and again or for a less serious rider, I think this will do fine.Customer Review: Great Buy
Sport shop rating: 5 Stars
This tool is well made and compact. I keep a small wedge under my saddle with a spare tube, patches, and this and it's the perfect size. I haven't had a chance to use all the features yet but it's been sufficient for every problem I've come across thus far: cleats shifting, clips too loose, adjusting my derailleur, fixing a flat, and adjusting my saddle position.