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 On: 2009-03-24
I enjoy doing my own bicycle repair, but my tool collection is woefully imcomplete. The Crank Brothers M-17 multi-tool goes a long way towards fixing that. It has a full set of hex wrenches (allen keys) for doing brake, threadless headset, derailler, fender, and some crank adjustments. It also has a genious integrated chain tool/spoke wrench for breaking/setting links and truing wheels. One issue with the chain tool: it is quite difficult to use with the newer beaded-pin Shimano chains as there is nothing on the tool to brace your non-turning hand. Not impossible, but difficult. This is true of almost all chain tools that come with multi-tools. If youre going to do frequent chain repairs, consider getting a dedicated shop-grade chain tool.
True to Crank Brothers form, the tool is very well designed and very attractively finished. Its solid steel - not for gram counters, but perfect for recreational and touring cyclists. The 19-tool variety only adds an extra size of philips and flat screwdrivers.
The only improvement I would make is to lock the fold-out tools at a 270 degree angle so you would get right-angle locked, 180 degree unlocked, and 90 degree unlocked. However, in real world applications, its not a big deal.
 On: 2008-12-31
Probably the most complete, compact, quality, sleek multi-tool out there. Chain tool works great. Comes with a thick blue rubber band to keep tools in place and add grip.
 On: 2008-06-04
Crank Bros 17 multi-tool, and probably most like it, folds unexpectedly. The tools do not lock at all in any position. When you apply downward pressure, the offset of the tool from the handle causes the tool to collapse back to the handle.
On: 2008-01-18
This tool is the best. You have every thing at your hand.
Its made with hard steel or aluminium , I dont know but is very strong.
It rescued me many times in my trips, also when Im home, I use it instead other tools.
Not any plastic parts.
Buy it, You will not regret.
On: 2007-06-09
This is the Swiss Army Knife or Leatherman of bike tools. If you have no other tools, get this first, because its all youll need 90% of the time even if youre into installing your own parts.
Ive had mine for over ten years, and rescued not only myself but dozens of other riders from walking their bikes home by making sure I always carry it. And its a handy multitool for household fixes as well.
If the quality, strength, and durability of this tool arent enough to convince you, how about this: Just last week, I was removing my crank with it, and the bolt wouldnt turn, so I stood on it--as I had done many times over the years for things like getting a pedal off--and it finally popped a nut.
Entirely my fault--should have been using a crank wrench--but I sent an e-mail to Crank Brothers wondering if it was covered under the warranty and what I would have to do (if it would be even worth it), and within an hour they responded that they were sending me a brand new replacement--no proof of purchase or explaination required to see if it was a flaw in the tool or not, they just replaced it. I received the new one in the mail in just a few days. They also offered to fix my old tool to keep as a spare. Wow.
When I told my friends about this, they said theyve had similar experiences with Crank Brothers on everything they make. Absolutely outstanding service on top-of-the-line products.
Besides all that, I think its the best designed, strongest, and most useful bike multitool money can buy.
On: 2007-01-15
This is a great, relatively light weight tool that slips easily into a rear jersey pocket or camelback. The chain tool & spoke wrenches come in handy if ever needed. Nice small design & the custom support (if you ever need it) from Crank Brothers is the best in the industry.
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