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Topeak Alien II Reviews

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Avg Rating: 8 gear reviews
MSRP: $60.00
Tags: runner up 2010
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Description
Often copied but never duplicated, the award-winning ALiEN? II is still the best. A clever break-apart design makes it easy to find and use the right tool. And with 26 high quality tools at your fingertips, you?ll rarely find yourself without exactly what you need. There?s even a bottle opener for post-ride celebrations!
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Reviews

Znc on November 27, 2011
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Pros: Well built. Has almost everything I need in one package.

Cons: Some of the tools are a little tough to get to/use. Useless if you forget to bring it.

Recommendation: Great trail tool. Would definitely recommend.

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Znc on November 27, 2011
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Pros: Well built. Has almost everything I need in one package.

Cons: Some of the tools are a little tough to get to/use. Useless if you forget to bring it.

Recommendation: Great trail tool. Would definitely recommend.

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Dorado on September 4, 2011
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Pros: The materials are top notch, has just about every tool I need on the trail. Has saved me many "Walks of Shame"

Cons: It's heavy, and some of the tools are difficult to do big things with. However, I save the big things when I'm home and have bigger better tools.

Recommendation: Not for those that care about weight, But I'd recommend it to everyone.

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huskydude on May 12, 2011
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Pros: I really like the materials that were used in this product. I also like the fact that this includes the chain tool the tire levers which i have never used but i'm very certain that when i need it, it'll do the job.


It also comes with a nylon carrying case that has a built in mount which, if you purchase the F55(seat post mount) or F66(stem mount) you can have the tool securely mounted.

Cons: the product is a little heavy. I think this is due to the fact that they used good quality material and not just some lame plastic that my 6 year old daughter could easily break.


I was also surprised that the pedal tool didn't quite perform well. for me, it is too short and i have to exert a great amount of force to loosen my pedals.


a bit pricy. a 30% reduction in price would have given me the right satisfaction for the product.


for the price i paid, I wish it came with the F55 or F66.

Recommendation: would recommend the product for those who are not so gram conscious riders.

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konacoiler on December 2, 2010
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Pros: It has pretty much every tool you might need during a ride. Chain breaker works well. Easier to carry than multiple tools.

Cons: Heavy/bulky for a multitool. Not as functional as separate tools. The lock together function broke on mine.
cant get too much torque with allen keys

Recommendation: For a multitool you cant go wrong. It has everything most tools have plus extra. Put one in your camelbak just in case.

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WGK on June 3, 2010
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Pros: Its got all the tools needed for an epic.

Cons: Its a little heavy but but with all the tools it has it makes it okay.

Recommendation: This tool has saved my butt numerous times. It is a quality tool and by far one of the best on the market.

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joetutt on November 24, 2009
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Pros: What don't I like! It has everything. Great emergency tool. Small, compact, pretty light weight and full of features.

Cons: None

Recommendation: If you want a great tool to keep in your camelbak for on the trails this is a great tool. It has practically anything you'll need.

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syd on September 30, 2008
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Pros: All the tools you need

Cons: some of the tools are almost useless due to the face they are too close to the folding frame

Recommendation: Great tool a bit bulky but it has it all in this one, a must if your a frequent rider with long epic rides as a common occurance

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