Multi Tool 19 Gold

This is a great multitool.People complain about the weight, but with something like this, weight is a good thing.Feels sturdy, and it's got (almost) everything you could need in the go.

This set has saved me on long rides endless times. Easy to grip and use. Great compact size with an awesome carry case. Great value with its weight

I didn't start carrying a bike multi tool until recently while planning for a MTB trip. I didn't want to get caught without tools on the trail so I chose this one. It came in handy when I was dialing in my new MTB shoes. At first I was.."oh great, now I have to ride back home...", then I remembered this tool. I was able to reposition my cleats trail-side. It performed flawlessly and it already started to pay off.If you ride a road bike, you may not like it's weight. It weights in at 7 oz. which feels energy sapping when you hold it in your hands. The things I carry in my pockets are phone, pump, spare, patch kit, levers. All that weights 1 lb 3oz. So the will be noticeable. But, I wouldn't want to get caught without tools far from home so maybe piece of mind will outweigh the weight of the tool.The tool itself does not open by itself and when a tool is extended, it stays extended. It is nicely designed with appointments like, knurled areas, black bolts and engraved logo and size markings on the allen wrenches and chain tool. It feels nice holding it in your hands with no sharp edges or corners. It also comes in a nice aluminum case where the tool slides in with precision. The outside of the case has a brushed aluminum texture while the inside is smooth as glass. Once inserted, the tool does not rattle while in the case. A lot of thought went into designing just the case alone. To me, it is the little details that really reveals quality and Crank Bros is still up to their old tricks.Crank Bros has ALWAYS made quality stuff ever since the early mtb and bmx days. They continue their legacy with this multi tool. I am happy some companies never change.

The seller and the product are great, but there may have been a problem with Amazon's stocking with the 'prime' option (below)Upsides:This is an excellent multi tool, and it appears to have everything I need for quick adjustments and repairs. I would've expected to pay upwards of $60 for something like this, but I paid only $27. It appears they've raised the price now. This fits the oddball variety of bikes that I have - a few different ones from late '60s to 2015, Benotto, Peugeot, Fuji, Centurion, Cannondale. I feel comfortable on most excursions with this tool, my patch kit, a spare link and a cable; Now I don't feel overloaded or overprepared, and riding buddies don't joke about my overstuffed seatbag jingling over rougher pavement (they only joke until they need your tools!). in all, I've had it less than a month and it's been worth it for minor adjustments. It doesn't appear to be flimsy, either. Yes it has spoke wrenches, which is kind useful if you don't have one at home, but I've never needed one in the seatbag.Downsides:The convenience of an "all-in-one" tool is somewhat mitigated by the fact that it's short and can be cumbersome and awkward to use in particular applications, such as tight angles, or somewhere where a longer allen tool would be useful. the hex wrenches are difficult, not only because of the fact that the few are on the chain tool, which wiggles, but the stubby tool doesn't give you much torque.The "tool flask" is kinda neat, but it's difficult to open, and when I decided to leave it open i immediately lost the lid. Besides "protecting" the tool from impact and dirt i guess, it doesn't seem that necessary. If it were a little bigger and could house a compact patch kit (i.e. a bit of sandpaper and preglued patches) alongside the tool, I could see myself actually using it.While it was received by the "final" delivery date, this date was changed during the course of the order processing. I ordered the item with Prime shipping on the 27th of August, and a few days later received an email that the shipment was delayed, and it shipped out on the 3rd of September. Not a big delay or a huge problem, and when it did ship I believe they must've sent it with overnight mail. My only complaint is that Amazon did not update the estimated delivery until the very end of the day that I was supposed to receive it.

I've had my M-19 going on 4 years now and gets use 4ish times a year, occasionally more depending on terrain and equipment. Its primary use is for recreational trail rides so I wasn't too concerned about size or weight, just function. Admittedly I haven't needed even a majority of the tools but in cases of emergency, I'd rather have it and not need it than need it and not have it. Not only for me, but for any along the trail who might need the help. The tool itself is well constructed and has a surprising heft considering it's size. The tools I HAVE used/needed have performed their task effectively, if not at times a little awkwardly. Not perfect, but multi-tools aren't garage tools. Sometimes the length of the tools and the bulk of the device is a blessing, sometimes a bit restrictive. Ultimately, It's meant to do the job, and it always has for me. To keep from breaking these kinds of tools be sure not to over torque. If your bolt isnt moving with reasonable force from hardened steel, you need more tool or more lube (and less initial force tightening). I've seen some complain about the case. I've never really had a problem with it. The tool fits great in it and the lid is maybe 5 seconds of tedium early on, but after a few openings it's not even a thought. In fact these years on, while it still stays shut on its own, the ease of removing it almost concerns me more. I think i paid $26usd for this when i bought it and haven't regretted the expense.

Using this to make small adjustments to my MTB is great, I dont have to keep putting tools down playing the guessing game when its comes to hex sizes. Very compact and the case is nice, the top is a bit stiff initially but loosens up after opening a few times.

Very useful, I take it on just about every ride. I have only had use the chain breaker once and that was the only tool I was skeptical about it working, but it was good.