Topeak Alien II 26 Function Bicycle Tool :: Education by Design Store

Customer Reviews

Handy tool, minor defects

2008-08-08
The metal portions are well made and have worked well for any repairs that I have made. After carrying it around in one of the bags on my bike (inside of its protective case) for a couple months the locking tab that holds the two halves together snapped. A bit irritating, but it doesn't effect the performance. The chain tool isn't as finely machined as would be nice (a bit of wobbling makes it necessary to really watch the pin making sure it doesn't bend when installing a chain, as the pin in the tool slips off center).

got almost everything i need.

2008-08-02
good quality, a little bit but its got almost everything i need for the road.
used it many times already to fix my crankshaft.
wish it came with the mount/fixer to attach the bag to the bike.

Excellent Tools

2008-07-25
These tools are excellent and easy to use and to take they are a complete tool for are easy to take since I ride mountain bike

All functionality needed

2008-06-24
Following great tradition of Alien tools this item provides all one needs for typical maintenance and repair of bicycles in amazingly small form. I have used the original Alien tool for years and this one adds more useful features in the same format.

My only gripe vs. the original tool is air-travel related. Original Alien tool didn't have any parts that could be interpreted as a "weapon" and it was easy to carry it on air flights. This, Alien II I wouldn't dare bring as a carry-on. Couple of knife-like implements are good functional add-ons but cause this issue...

everything you need on the road.

2008-06-18
As close to perfect as a multi can get.
even a place to store extra chain pins!
I don't see how it could be any better.

Great tool

2008-06-18
Now the alien comes with a universal chain tool, a T25 Torx bit and a 10mm hex wrench for Shimano"s new cranks. 2, 2.5, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8 and 10 mm Allen wrenches, 8, 9, and 10 mm hex bolt wrenches (each 2pcs), mini pedal wrench, Phillips and flat screw drivers, Universal chain tool, spoke wrenches for 14g and 15g. 2 tire levers, stainless knife, bottle opener, T25 Torx wrench for disc brakes, 10mm Allen socket for Shimano"s LX crank bolt, air release buttons, and a compartment for two chain pins. Clip bag included.

excellent tool

2008-06-16
compact versatile, very happy with it, has bailed me out many times. excellent for a tool to carry on your ride!

Lots of tools in a small package

2008-05-16
This toolset is quality made and should last. I only have two minor complaints: the plastic body would be better if it was aluminum and opening the knife is not intuitive because it is locked in the closed position. Yeah it's kind-of heavy but that's the nature of steel. I suppose titanium would make it about 40% lighter but it would be more expensive.

Super bike tool!

2008-05-15
Since I purchased this item, I have used it A LOT...I mean A LOT. The reason why is....it has EVERYTHING that you can use. I keep it in a frame bag. It has come in handy various times when I am out on the road or on the trail and something needs adjusted or fixed. Great item! I recommend it to every person that owns and bike. Period.

Just Awesome.

2008-04-17
Very high quality tool made of solid materials. It's actually a lot smaller than I thought it would be based on the picture here, but that really is a good thing considering the limited amount of storage space there is on my bike. It easily fits in the front and side pouch of my handlebar bag, and would fit with no problems in those small under the seat bags as well.

Every single part of this tool has a function. Unbelievable really. One of the tools that sorta gets overlooked that I personally find very handy is the air release on the tire lever. I have a quick release front tire on my bike that requires me to deflate the tire in order to pass it through the brakes. I always end up searching for a pointy object when I need to do so. The Aliens solves that problem for me.

I couldn't be happier with my purchase.