Header banner
Revain logoHome Page
Christian Poojary photo
1 Level
1316 Review
50 Karma

Review on Cycling Multitool Hero Kit Lightweight by Christian Poojary

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Compact + Lightweight + Chain Tool = Winner

I've used several pocket tool options on my bike and almost all of them I don't like, either because of the added weight or the lack of a chain tool. From the attached photos you can see that the Silca Tredici Multi-Tool Italian Army Knife is compact and lightweight; however, it lacks the chain tool feature. While the Crank Bros tool is a chain tool, it is significantly larger (bigger and heavier) than the other two pictured. The clear winner for me is the Hero as it has all the tools I really need on the road (including a chain tool), is as light and compact as the Silca and feels like it has very well finished bits in action. The only thing it lacks (like almost all tools) is a small sharp blade to snip off the ends of my dynoplugs. Bottom line for me is 4.75 stars (the blade would have made it a 5); If your tool doesn't have a circuit breaker, a critical link is missing ;>. I really appreciate Hero's efficient design and it will be my tool until something better comes along!

Pros
  • GOLS Certified
Cons
  • Damaged