Merritt tool is the only tool I've been using for the past 3 years. 6mm, 8mm, 17mm. Most compact, lightest and no loose parts. As far as quality goes, I had the same one for 1.5 years until I lost it on a trip. Never used any of the other ones so can't give a fair comparison but it is perfect for riders on the go.
Best pocket tool. You can use regular home tools if you want to have all the other mostly unnecessary odds and ends. I keep a spoke wrench on my keychain and if I need to break my chain, Im having a bad day and most likely going to need to do some tedious work that Id rather fo at home.
you all prolly dont care but does someone know a tool to log back into an Instagram account?? I somehow lost my login password. I appreciate any tips you can give me
Love the odyssey tool. Haven't used it much in 2 years but when I go to the park I bring it cause of how convenient it is. I agree with you on the all in one aspect of not coming apart. That is what appealed to me as well as price.
Have had the Odyssey tool for almost 2 years now and it still works great! Cheap, reliable and compact. Only problem is things come a little loose after a while
@@OurBMX The allen keys are fine but the 17mm and pedal wrench are permanently loose. I use a velcro strip around the tool to stop it from making too much noise
Same. Mine is loose as hell. Everyone says theirs stays tight but I ride more than most and I ride street and break stuff and pop tubes often so I have to use the tool more than most.
I have the last one from source it’s self , been using it for two years and it’s been great , the 6mm Allen blew up , the socket pedal wrench are still working good the cotter pin and c clip work well with a little play , but is cool cause it kinda lets me know when it’s getting torque, plus a butt load of other tools can fit in the bag so 👍🏻👍🏻and was like less than 20$
As mentioned in the video, I've successfully built and I maintain two BMX bikes using a Shadow Multitool and a couple more hex keys. Thanks for the great insights, I'll look more into this in order to lighten my backpack eventually. Keep them coming! And could you please have a playlist made for this series of videos? It might be handy to find them all in one spot! Cheers!
The merit tool is amazing, can definitely happily ride with it in your pocket as it folds down and is light. The only downside is that because it is small you don’t get much leverage to get your wheel tight. I unfortunately lost mine and now use the tall order, not as compact and a bit annoying in your pocket, but it does give you more torque and the low price is a big plus point.
Agreed. I own 2, i got 2 in case they ever stop making them. Works great and is THE tool to have if you ride street and dont drive spot to spot. Very pocketable.
DERP! Well, you're half right. The Shadow one isn't a pin, but the odyssey one actually is an extra pin. Good catch though...wasn't actually looking at it, apparently.
I have plenty of tools around, as I work on cars... but just ordered my son's first BMX, and got one for myself as well, so I can ride bikes with the kids. I am thinking of buying the Shadow tool, aside from that is there anything else you think I should also pick up to get us started? I know if we get heavy into bikes, there's probably a few other specialty tools for at home, and some better workbench options to perform the functions the Shadow tool handles, but any other things you think we should get? For family bike trips, I am also looking to get some tubes, patch kit, a small pump, chain, etc... to outfit a kit to throw into a backpack... Thanks for the video...
Best way to avoid most flat tires ive found is MORE PSI. 85 to 90 psi on a 2.1 glh got no flats ever just rolls over glass like nothing. Big soft tires are guaranteed to puncture much easier.
Thanks you, this is very useful information. I need a socket with a diameter small enough to fit in the pegs. Two sockets actually, one 14mm rear and one 3/8 front. Is there a multi tool with both of these? I dont recall seeing one.
On the shadow multitool it doesnt come with a replacement pin for the chain breaker,its actually the alignment pin for the chain breaker that goes in the back end for when putting the chain back together to keep it alligned,just saying
I don’t think that’s a spare pin. I believe it’s an alignment tool. It goes in the other end as you push pins back into the chain. At least if you watch the shadow chain breaker video that’s what they use it as.
Great stuff again Ryan, lot's of good info here.. I keep saying Bmx needs some more objective features on parts etc.. This is exactly that. (Paid advertisers aside) I think it's important to have some neutral opinions out there)...
@BMX AF - Thanks dude. Objective is key and sometimes it's hard with products being so similar, but I'm gonna try. I'll probably hurt some feelings along the way. @Montana Ricky - Unfortunately I didn't have a Merrtt tool, but it wasn't malicious. I did mention it in the video (please rewatch), but having never held one, it was brief because I felt it was important because of its uniqueness. And it wasn't the only tool missing...I didn't have the Salt tool nor the Eclat tool. Thinking that Merrit was the only tool missing (when it did get mentioned) is a little biased all its own, eh?
It’s all good... doesn’t really matter just saw the title didn’t see ours.. that’s all and I don’t know other people’s tools honestly. Keep up the good work
That would be a Miller HeliArc syncrowave and you'll need helium and argon to weld with which keeps heat isolated to the contact area while maintaining tubing integrity. it will run you over 3k. Maybe you can find one used. millersyncrowave210ac-dctigweldermigspoolmate150-951684 check it here. Practice makes perfect welds. it's the post weld treatment you need to have down in order to create a durable whip....
These tools nned to consider 1/4" hex more. Lots of people have Profile/Madera and SNM parts that require it. It's the only reason I don't own the Odyssey tool.
Watched this video but the odyssey multitool very disappointed did not realize that the axle wrench was a 17 mm it does not fit a single BMX bike I own doesn’t fit my 20 inch red line for my 24 inch red line or my 29 inch SE bike why would you make it a 17 mm what bike would that even fit
i would just buy the that fixes the parts you break the most. basically just choose the one that works with your riding style so you get what will fit your take a long gear pack
Snapped my merritt tool and the 8 is offset so when you are trying to tighten a 6mm cap it wont tighten especially is its recessed down an example was the odyssey fork cap it has a 6mm and an 8 down lower but the 8 cant reach simply because the merritt tool is offset so dont recommend the merritt tool at all worst purchase ive ever made
Robert Payne I agree with you in some ways but it is also just a little easier to Carry around a “Bmx Tool” because of their compactness. With just regular tools you’d probably need to buy a bag along with it to keep all the loose tools.
Merritt tool is the only tool I've been using for the past 3 years. 6mm, 8mm, 17mm. Most compact, lightest and no loose parts. As far as quality goes, I had the same one for 1.5 years until I lost it on a trip. Never used any of the other ones so can't give a fair comparison but it is perfect for riders on the go.
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Best pocket tool. You can use regular home tools if you want to have all the other mostly unnecessary odds and ends. I keep a spoke wrench on my keychain and if I need to break my chain, Im having a bad day and most likely going to need to do some tedious work that Id rather fo at home.
Billy Perry does the merritt tool fit in an ftl frame bag
@@jacobmeyer9222 The Merritt tool is the most compact tool of all these ime.
you all prolly dont care but does someone know a tool to log back into an Instagram account??
I somehow lost my login password. I appreciate any tips you can give me
I hope BMX popularity comes back..here in the Philippines.,it's been hard to buy parts because every BMX shop switched to MTB..
I'm in Arizona USA and same. I went in to get my son a bmx and it was all very expensive mtb and a couple used bmx
Love the odyssey tool. Haven't used it much in 2 years but when I go to the park I bring it cause of how convenient it is. I agree with you on the all in one aspect of not coming apart. That is what appealed to me as well as price.
Have had the Odyssey tool for almost 2 years now and it still works great! Cheap, reliable and compact. Only problem is things come a little loose after a while
Ah, I could see that. When you tighten it does it last a while or just loosen up right away?
@@OurBMX The allen keys are fine but the 17mm and pedal wrench are permanently loose. I use a velcro strip around the tool to stop it from making too much noise
Ah, that's a bit of a bummer, but a small issue in the grand scheme of things I guess.
Same. Mine is loose as hell. Everyone says theirs stays tight but I ride more than most and I ride street and break stuff and pop tubes often so I have to use the tool more than most.
I thought I was the only one w Tom Dugan’s signature tires lmao
Merritt trifecta is my favorite. I have 2.
Also have the Odyssey tool. Its alright.
I have the Odsy Travel Tool in black since they released in 2017 (I think) and I love it! best tool ever
I love mine
is the wrench long enough to work with pegs?
@@antoinevh3721 yes
Landen e thanks!
@@antoinevh3721 you're welcome
I have the last one from source it’s self , been using it for two years and it’s been great , the 6mm Allen blew up , the socket pedal wrench are still working good the cotter pin and c clip work well with a little play , but is cool cause it kinda lets me know when it’s getting torque, plus a butt load of other tools can fit in the bag so 👍🏻👍🏻and was like less than 20$
I ride bsd substance xl cranks and finding even a multi-hex tool with a 10mm is a pain.
As mentioned in the video, I've successfully built and I maintain two BMX bikes using a Shadow Multitool and a couple more hex keys. Thanks for the great insights, I'll look more into this in order to lighten my backpack eventually. Keep them coming! And could you please have a playlist made for this series of videos? It might be handy to find them all in one spot! Cheers!
Thanks dude. Yeah I'll sort a playlist after the next video drops. Good idea.
Oh and I also have the source oxygen thief lol 😂 it does work 👍🏻👍🏻also super cheap , I’ve had to hit up Radom car tires for a bit of air lol 😂
Quick tip for the oddsey tool:buy walmart gluless patches cut a piece of sandpaper put it into the 17 mm and you have pactch kit
Shadow chain breaker is awesome, works on all chains, is fun to use.
1/4" Allen is important to me as I use Profile parts
And if you round out a 6mm a 1/4 can be hammered in to remove the bolt
mikedevlin bmx - Nice tip, never thought of that.
awesome tutorial, we need a portable air pump. Next video will be a huge help!
Ill take the shadow. More tools the better. Better to have and not need then need and not have. Odyssey is nice though. Be a good 2nd choice maybe.
The merit tool is amazing, can definitely happily ride with it in your pocket as it folds down and is light. The only downside is that because it is small you don’t get much leverage to get your wheel tight. I unfortunately lost mine and now use the tall order, not as compact and a bit annoying in your pocket, but it does give you more torque and the low price is a big plus point.
Merritt is the most convenient for sure
Agreed. I own 2, i got 2 in case they ever stop making them. Works great and is THE tool to have if you ride street and dont drive spot to spot. Very pocketable.
I tried my friends Odyssey tool. It folded and pinched my finger when tightening my wheel down. No bueno. I think the Tall Order tool is awesome.
The Odyssey tool the only one with a 17mm wrench for those of you with Odyssey pedals.
Yooo the "extra pins" aren't extra pins man hahah, you use them to allign your chain when you're putting it back together. ;)
DERP! Well, you're half right. The Shadow one isn't a pin, but the odyssey one actually is an extra pin. Good catch though...wasn't actually looking at it, apparently.
I have plenty of tools around, as I work on cars... but just ordered my son's first BMX, and got one for myself as well, so I can ride bikes with the kids.
I am thinking of buying the Shadow tool, aside from that is there anything else you think I should also pick up to get us started?
I know if we get heavy into bikes, there's probably a few other specialty tools for at home, and some better workbench options to perform the functions the Shadow tool handles, but any other things you think we should get?
For family bike trips, I am also looking to get some tubes, patch kit, a small pump, chain, etc... to outfit a kit to throw into a backpack...
Thanks for the video...
it really just depends on the bike, weather is a "cheap" bike or not. other then that, you don't need much besides the things you listed.
I never leave without a mini pump. I have a small pouch with the tools I need that are DIY'ed to make em more portable.
Best way to avoid most flat tires ive found is
MORE PSI. 85 to 90 psi on a 2.1 glh got no flats ever just rolls over glass like nothing.
Big soft tires are guaranteed to puncture much easier.
For sure, but 80psi+ is just a really, really unpleasant pressure to run. Soft tires makes balance points larger and is easier on your wrist/ankles.
I spent half my life running 80-90 psi. Then I got old and my wrist couldn't take it anymore.
Love high psi for bowls, but on the street...80+ can be rough on the joints. Depends on the person I guess.
Thanks you, this is very useful information. I need a socket with a diameter small enough to fit in the pegs. Two sockets actually, one 14mm rear and one 3/8 front. Is there a multi tool with both of these? I dont recall seeing one.
That’s your axle size. You need to know what size the bolt is attached to the axle. On most (literally 95%) bmx bikes, it will be 17mm.
On the shadow multitool it doesnt come with a replacement pin for the chain breaker,its actually the alignment pin for the chain breaker that goes in the back end for when putting the chain back together to keep it alligned,just saying
I don’t think that’s a spare pin. I believe it’s an alignment tool. It goes in the other end as you push pins back into the chain. At least if you watch the shadow chain breaker video that’s what they use it as.
18:21 The Odyssey chain breaker reminds me of a Cyclo chain breaker
Great stuff again Ryan, lot's of good info here.. I keep saying Bmx needs some more objective features on parts etc.. This is exactly that. (Paid advertisers aside) I think it's important to have some neutral opinions out there)...
Bmx AF it’s still missing a tool.
@@montanaricky9558 Of course, The Merrit Trifecta.... better speak to Fudger then, lol i might have rewatch it i thought he did cover it..
@BMX AF - Thanks dude. Objective is key and sometimes it's hard with products being so similar, but I'm gonna try. I'll probably hurt some feelings along the way. @Montana Ricky - Unfortunately I didn't have a Merrtt tool, but it wasn't malicious. I did mention it in the video (please rewatch), but having never held one, it was brief because I felt it was important because of its uniqueness. And it wasn't the only tool missing...I didn't have the Salt tool nor the Eclat tool. Thinking that Merrit was the only tool missing (when it did get mentioned) is a little biased all its own, eh?
It’s all good... doesn’t really matter just saw the title didn’t see ours.. that’s all and I don’t know other people’s tools honestly. Keep up the good work
Oh always pinch it off 😂
Next movie - best welding machine to weld own frame 😉
That would be a Miller HeliArc syncrowave and you'll need helium and argon to weld with which keeps heat isolated to the contact area while maintaining tubing integrity. it will run you over 3k. Maybe you can find one used. millersyncrowave210ac-dctigweldermigspoolmate150-951684 check it here. Practice makes perfect welds. it's the post weld treatment you need to have down in order to create a durable whip....
AmberAlexis Fit Wtf
@@liamrankin1263 he just gave a straight up answer. Nothing weird.
These tools nned to consider 1/4" hex more. Lots of people have Profile/Madera and SNM parts that require it. It's the only reason I don't own the Odyssey tool.
4:37 = a blunt
I thought that too, or maybe a couple joints.
Haha, that definitely falls under the 'nefarious materials' I was referring to.
Thank you
*NEFARIOUS MATERIALS*
Odyssey Tool FTW
So I use the pocket tall order pocket tool and the 8mm dose not fit my cranks so its pretty much useless
Can you do a review on how to buy the best BMX cycle
The one you build lol
Does the shadow tool chain breaker work good on a shadow chain ? Or is it gonna break trying to fix the chain ?
My bike has 19mm nuts on the rear wheel
Get new nuts then. Or an adjustable wrench.
The shadow conspiracy multi tool has a 3/8" deep socket or a 1/2" ?
3/8"
@@OurBMX it's the same with the tall order and the cult tool (3/8")right ?
Yup, 3/8 is standard. 1/2" is only for larger applications and impact wrenches, generally.
Just wrecked my shadow chain bracker the other day so gutted 🤦🏻♂️😞
Watched this video but the odyssey multitool very disappointed did not realize that the axle wrench was a 17 mm it does not fit a single BMX bike I own doesn’t fit my 20 inch red line for my 24 inch red line or my 29 inch SE bike why would you make it a 17 mm what bike would that even fit
good stuff
bro my bike is like 10s and 15s sockets with 6 and 4 allen keys only
The tall order tool would be even better if it had a pedal wrench.
I use the cult tool
Idk but i use 2 tire gauges also
Is that a z car with zg flares
Yes, that's my 50 year old brick.
@@OurBMX nice I have a sr20det powered 510 I know the struggle.
i would just buy the that fixes the parts you break the most. basically just choose the one that works with your riding style so you get what will fit your take a long gear pack
I've honestly broke 2 pins on my shadow chain breaker. The pin I have now has lasted for months though... anyone else have that issue
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i would say the one thats made out of metal,
also most of `em sUpEr tools are not that practical..
Snapped my merritt tool and the 8 is offset so when you are trying to tighten a 6mm cap it wont tighten especially is its recessed down an example was the odyssey fork cap it has a 6mm and an 8 down lower but the 8 cant reach simply because the merritt tool is offset so dont recommend the merritt tool at all worst purchase ive ever made
i have a rule, i dont lead my tools out any more.
"Bmx tools" are pointless. Just buy the individual tools you need to work on your bike and it will be cheaper and work better.
Robert Payne I agree with you in some ways but it is also just a little easier to Carry around a “Bmx Tool” because of their compactness. With just regular tools you’d probably need to buy a bag along with it to keep all the loose tools.
great video! the hose thing though... like... just carry a small pump?