Topeak Alien XS 17-Function Bicycle Tool

by Topeak

Product Features

• 17 Tools Total
• 2 Piece Body
• 175 g / 0.39 lb
• Hardened Steel (Tools), ?Engineering Grade Plastic (Body)
• Includes ?HD Nylon Bag With Clip

Product Description

17 function lightweight tool scaled down to the minimum size. 2/2.5/3/4/5/6/8mm Allen wrenches,8/9/10mm box wrenches, Phillips and flat screw drivers, knife, bottle opener,chain tool and nylon carry bag. 2.8"

Product Details

• Shipping Weight: 12.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B000FIE4BS
• Item model number: TT2352
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #134,444 in Sports & Outdoors (See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors)
  • #49 in Sports & Outdoors > Bikes & Accessories > Bike Tools & Equipment > Multifunction Tools

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Good Tool, August 5, 2008

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Todd Mansfield (Cincinnati, OH United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Topeak Alien XS 17-Function Bicycle Tool (Sports)

This tool fits a large number of items on my bike. I've used it for derailer and chainring repairs so far. I've checked the tool's fit on various parts and it seems to cover the components except for the larger ones like bottom bracket, headset or pedals.

While reasonably solid, it would be unrealistic to expect it to replace the tools in my shop-grade toolbox. It's made to go with you when you ride and improve your chances of riding back if something goes wrong.

Other good items to ride with...
-Tire Irons
-patch kit and/or spare tube
-pump

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The perfect design!, June 2, 2010

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Kevin Septor (Seattle, WA USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Topeak Alien XS 17-Function Bicycle Tool (Sports)

This 17 piece tool is very well thought out. Need to tighten a fender? No problem, split the tool in half and use the closed wrench side to hold the nut while you spin the bolt with the other side. It's a simple/common task that most multi-tools get wrong. And it's not overbuilt with duplicate tools (e.g. two sets of wrenches including a "pedal wrench") like the Alien II.

I pair it with self-extracting crank bolts and a big 8mm wrench and I'm 100% ready to break my bike down for travel. Watch out for the knife tool, you'll need to put this in a checked bag.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars You'll feel better on the trail., August 16, 2008

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Matthew Schroeder (Eau Claire, WI USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Topeak Alien XS 17-Function Bicycle Tool (Sports)

Like another reviewer said: this is not a replacement for a shop-grade tool kit, but I feel so much safer on my family outings knowing that this tool is with me.

I tried the tools out for fit on lots of locations and the Alien fits everything on my bike that I would be comfortable repairing in the field. Also, the chain tool that comes with it works like a snap. It comes in a dandy little sheath that makes storage easy.