My advice on multitools is avoid anything that has removable bits. I recently bought a Topeak Mini 9, with a 6mm to 8mm adaptor ... you know where this is going. It came off, fell off or got misplaced when i needed to use the 6mm key. Now it's a Mini 8! Cannondale got it right about 20 years ago. It's tool also has a 6mm to 8mm adaptor, but it is held securely in an internal recess. It's there when you need it, and out of the way when you don't.
do you know how long those 5mm hex bits protrude? some of the saddle bolts are hard to get to, mine has one on the top that you have to get through between the middle cutout holes of the saddle.
thanks, much appreciated, if it protrudes long enough, i think 2.7cm, i might sell my recently purchased topeak x-tool+ and buy this one.@@junewynn9047
Hi Mirek. You slide the 'rounded' part onto the pin and then twist the multitool to break the pin. The narrower straight part is a Mavic M7 spoke tool that you slide over the bladed spoke so that you don't twist it. I hope that helps - thanks for the question.
@@RealLifeReviews My apologies but why would one need to break a pin if they can just be pushed out all the way by the chain breaker tool? Is it for a time that the chain is damaged and the plates are bent?
@@mirekbns it's for when you insert the new pin. It is extended and you need to break off the extended part otherwise it'll stick out (and not run properly potentially damaging your derailleur etc.). Not all chains use 'quick links' or 'snap links' - although the trend is moving this way. Shimano is one company that didn't used to have 'quick links' but now does.
@@RealLifeReviews Thank you very much for the explanation! I have this multi tool and it's been great but mine came with a bottle cage and a swiveling compartment for its storage underneath.
Great review, anyway am looking between the Mini 20 Pro and Hexus X, may I know what would be your choice? Thanks. Ps- the only part I like about the Hexus is I do not require to bring extra tire levels and there are reviews about the chaintool of Mini 20 pro is harder to use
Hello Charles Chong. For me, I would go for the Hexus. I'm not so concerned about the size/weight saving and prefer the ease of use of the bigger multi-tool.
Once again, the tools are too short to be of any real use in tight places. A practical test on a bike, adjusting various components would be a far more useful review.
Thanks for a cracking review of this compact multitool. Very useful.
Excellent review of the workings of this great wee tool. Cheers 👍
No problem. I'm glad you enjoyed the review and thank you for leaving your comment.
Thanks! I recently bought this tool and now I know just what I bought 🙂
You're welcome. Thank you for taking the time to comment.
Excellent review, this is really going to help me to decide on what multi tool I will get. Thanks!
Many thanks for taking the time to comment Mark.
E escolheu qual: Hexus X ou mini 20 pro ?
Brilliant review! So much information. Thanks.
A pleasure. Thank you for taking the time to comment.
Thanks for the great and thorough review!
Excellent honest review.
My advice on multitools is avoid anything that has removable bits. I recently bought a Topeak Mini 9, with a 6mm to 8mm adaptor ... you know where this is going. It came off, fell off or got misplaced when i needed to use the 6mm key. Now it's a Mini 8!
Cannondale got it right about 20 years ago. It's tool also has a 6mm to 8mm adaptor, but it is held securely in an internal recess. It's there when you need it, and out of the way when you don't.
Agreed and a shame - A while ago I lost a screwdriver head from a very expensive lightweight titanium Leatherman!
do you know how long those 5mm hex bits protrude? some of the saddle bolts are hard to get to, mine has one on the top that you have to get through between the middle cutout holes of the saddle.
I'll measure them for you - however, I'm in Egypt at the moment and won't be back in the UK for three weeks. Will post then 😂
thanks, much appreciated, if it protrudes long enough, i think 2.7cm, i might sell my recently purchased topeak x-tool+ and buy this one.@@junewynn9047
Excellent review
Thank you for taking the time to comment.
How do you use the chain pin tool that's on the tip of the bottle opener?
Hi Mirek. You slide the 'rounded' part onto the pin and then twist the multitool to break the pin. The narrower straight part is a Mavic M7 spoke tool that you slide over the bladed spoke so that you don't twist it. I hope that helps - thanks for the question.
@@RealLifeReviews My apologies but why would one need to break a pin if they can just be pushed out all the way by the chain breaker tool? Is it for a time that the chain is damaged and the plates are bent?
@@mirekbns it's for when you insert the new pin. It is extended and you need to break off the extended part otherwise it'll stick out (and not run properly potentially damaging your derailleur etc.). Not all chains use 'quick links' or 'snap links' - although the trend is moving this way. Shimano is one company that didn't used to have 'quick links' but now does.
@@RealLifeReviews Thank you very much for the explanation! I have this multi tool and it's been great but mine came with a bottle cage and a swiveling compartment for its storage underneath.
@@mirekbns Thank you Mirek - I'm glad to be of help.
Great review👍👍 thanks 🙏
Very useful, thanks.
Thank you for taking the time to comment. I'm glad the video was useful.
Great review, anyway am looking between the Mini 20 Pro and Hexus X, may I know what would be your choice? Thanks. Ps- the only part I like about the Hexus is I do not require to bring extra tire levels and there are reviews about the chaintool of Mini 20 pro is harder to use
Hello Charles Chong. For me, I would go for the Hexus. I'm not so concerned about the size/weight saving and prefer the ease of use of the bigger multi-tool.
@@RealLifeReviews Terminei comprando o Hexus X, além da sua opinião o valor no Aliexpress estava em promoção, aí a decisão foi mais fácil ! 🤣🤣😂😂😂🤣🤣
this should be standard of interview
Thank you PekkaPL
Top review 10/10
Once again, the tools are too short to be of any real use in tight places. A practical test on a bike, adjusting various components would be a far more useful review.
The trade off between weight, size and usability is always an issue with multi tools.