Topeak Alien II 26-Function Bicycle Tool

by Topeak

• 26 Tools Total
• 2 Piece Body
• 270g / 0.60 lb
• Hardened Steel (Tools), ?Engineering Grade Plastic (Body)
• Includes ?HD Nylon Bag With Clip

Product Description

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Often copied but never duplicated, the award-winning Alien II multifunction bicycle tool is still the best. The Alien II--which is designed for cyclists who need a high-quality tool while on the road--is housed in a clever break-apart body that makes it a breeze to find the right gadget. And with 26 high-quality, hardened-steel tools at your fingertips, you'll rarely find yourself without exactly what you need. The tools include 14g and 15g spoke wrenches, two integrated tire levers, a T25 Torx wrench, Phillips and flat-head screwdrivers, a mini pedal wrench for field repairs, eight sizes of Allen wrenches (2 through 10mm), six box wrenches (two 8, 9, and 10mm sizes), a steel wire chain hook, a stainless-steel knife, a cast Cromoly steel chain tool, and compartments for two chain pins. There's even a bottle opener for post-ride celebrations. The Alien II measures 3.4 by 1.7 by 1.6 inches (W x H x D) and comes with a ND nylon storage bag with a belt clip.

Product Description

Alien Technology allows tool to separate into two pieces for more versatility when making repairs.

• 26-Tool system separates with the press of a button
• Chain tool is compatible with single- and multi-speed chains, including 10-speed hollow pin (Not 11-speed compatible)
• Includes a nylon carrying case
• Material Construction: Engineering grade plastic frame with hardened steel tools
• Dimensions: 3.4 x 1.7 x 1.6"
• Weight: 290g
• Includes:
  - 2, 2.5, 3, 4, 5, 6mm Hex keys
  - 8, 9, 10mm wrenches
  - Phillips & flat-head screwdrivers
  - Chain tool
  - Spoke wrenches
  - Stainless steel knife
  - 2 Tire levers
  - T25 Torx bit
  - 8mm open wrench for disc brakes
  - Bottle opener

Item Specifications
Includes	- 2, 2.5, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, and 10mm Allen Wrenches - 8, 9, and 10mm Box Wrenches - 2 Chain Pin Compartments - Phillips and Flat-head Screwdrivers - Chain Tool - 15g and 14g Spoke Wrenches - Knife - 2 Tire Levers - T25 Torx - Mini Pedal Wrench - Bottle Opener

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 11.5 x 5.8 x 2.2 inches ; 9.6 ounces
• 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: B000FIE4AE
• Item model number: 60102353
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (386 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #80 in Sports & Outdoors (See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors)
  • #1 in Sports & Outdoors > Bikes & Accessories > Bike Tools & Maintenance > Multifunction Tools

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

158 of 178 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Nice tool set include chain pin tool and spoke adjusting wrench December 4, 2007

By Edison

Amazon Verified Purchase

It is a nice tool set, include all the allen wrenches you needed to adjust bike handle, brake and brake handle, speed rover, seat position.
It also include the chain tool for remove a section of the chain. In addition, it has two size spoke wrench for ajusting the wheel.

When you ride your bicycle, your tires may rub against the brakes. This is easy to fix wheel problem - spokes need adjusting. What you need to do is wheel truing.

Place bicycle upside down. Spin the wheel while holding a pice of chalk close enough to the wheel. After spun around a few times, stop the wheel and take a look those chalk marks. Do this process on the other side of the wheel. Tighten the spokes on the other side of the chalk mark and loosen the spoken facing the chalk mark. Adjust each spoke one turn.
Wipe out that chalk mark. Once all the chalk marks are gone, you can spin the wheels and using chalk to find the next spot to tighten and loose the spoke. At the end, you have a perfect round wheels :-)

The included spoke wrench has two sizes. It works fine for all our bikes.

I used this tool assembled a complete tandom bike in two hours. The tool felt little loose at the end of the assembly. But nothing really worn out.

61 of 66 people found the following review helpful

4.0 out of 5 stars It works August 5, 2007

By Jack Hanna

I got this for the chain tool. It works as well as a non-portable tool. For me, the other tools are just a bonus.

I would agree it has everything a "swiss-army" bike tool should have, including tire levers, spoke wrenches, a knife blade, and bottle opener. The halves separate and lock together easily.

Several of the tools lock open, and the knife also locks closes to absolutely prevent accidents. An interesting feature of the case - it has a spring loaded belt clip for easy attachment to a pack or your waist. It also apparently has available accessory mating clips for quick release attachment to seat post or handle bar stem.

I would like to have compared the blackburn tools,Blackburn Toolmanator Multi-Function Bike Tool & Blackburn Toolmanator II Multi-Function Bike Tool but the bike mechanic I spoke with agreed this would do fine.

35 of 37 people found the following review helpful

2.0 out of 5 stars Inferior to the original July 28, 2011

By J. F. Peterson

Amazon Verified Purchase

I've been using an original version of this tool for the past 5 years, and would still be, if not for losing half of it on the trail. I bought this newer version as a replacement and have used it for three weeks. I find it inferior:

* Steel: I commute to bike in the northeast US; that means this tool will see everything from snow to hurricanes and everything inbetween. The original tool held up well, but, after 3 weeks of mild summer weather, this new tool is already pitted with rust. At this rate, I'm skeptical about the tool lasting to winter.
* Craftsmanship: The machining of the original tool was more exact. The 15mm wrench, for instance, fit snugly over bolts. On the new tool, the wrench fits loosely, gouging the steel as you work fruitlessly to try to change a tire on the road.
* Joint: The joint between the two main pieces is much flimsier than in the original tool.

The upgrade version of this tool [...] may be better, but it's hard to say. This tool, though, is poor enough that I'm considering just carrying a bag of tools with me.