Blackburn Toolmanator Multi-Function Bike Tool

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Blackburn Toolmanator Multi-Function Bike Tool
Bikewagon
Marketplace (1 New)
  1. Sports
  2. Publisher: Blackburn
  3. Sales Rank in Sporting Goods: #74411

Product Review

Seventeen hardened steel tools and a compact case, the Toolmanator is a ride saver. Includes: 2,3,4,5,6 and 8MM hex wrenches, 8 and 9mm box end and 10mm open end wrench, Flathead and Phillips screwdrivers, Integrated chain tool with replaceable pin, Chain Keeper, 14 and 15 gauge spoke wrenches and 2 full-size removable tire levers

Product Description

With seventeen hardened-steel tools in a compact case, the Blackburn Toolmanator is a ride-saver for those who take their cycling seriously, especially for those on long hauls or for those who can't afford long delays. The Toolmanator features a 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, and 8 millimeter hex wrench, as well as an 8 and 9mm box-end and 10mm open-end wrench. This Blackburn tool also features a flathead and Phillips screwdriver, a chain keeper, and an integrated chain tool with a replaceable pin. Blackburn's Toolmanator includes 14 and 15 gauge spoke wrenches, two full-size removable tire levers, and a limited lifetime warranty.

About Blackburn
In 1975, Jim Blackburn set out to design stronger, lighter, more innovative and more reliable cycling products. The first were bags and racks designed for touring. From there, Blackburn grew. Over the next 30 years, Blackburn's spark of innovation would lead to many revolutionary products, like the first high quality aircraft aluminum rack, the first dual stroke minipump, the first oversized mountain minipump and the first dual stage/dual stroke floorpump just to name a few. For 2005, Blackburn's creative spark is burning brighter than ever. And as we head into our 30th year, Blackburn is re-dedicated to designing smart, reliable, no nonsense accessories that are essential to your riding experience.

Product Features

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Customer Reviews

Average Customer Review
3.6 out of 5 stars (8 customer reviews)

67 of 69 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars Multi-tool Shootout, March 21, 2006
Geoffrey F. Beneze "geoffbeneze" (Tempe, AZ USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Blackburn Toolmanator Multi-Function Bike Tool (Sports)
Edited 4/29/06 - comments to Mr. Yang re: Toolmanator

Ok, I admit it, I'm a tool junkie. Moreover, I'm particularly addicted to Multi-tools in various configurations. Doing ranch work and general outdoors stuff, such tools are absolutely indispensable. After many years, we started riding bikes again, so I just had to have at least one multi-tool. BUT, one wasn't enough, it tool four to get it out of my system.

The findings:
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Spin Doctor - RESCUE FS ($19.99 via Amazon)

This was the first (bicycle) multi-tool I bought, basically a quick look at the features and price and snagged it because I wanted one NOW and didn't want to invest a huge amount. Visually, the unit fits together nicely, but looks a bit on the clunky side. However, once in hand, that perception changes. The two "pods" fit together tightly and come apart with zero effort when you depress two buttons (with the company logo on them) on the sides...Read more


10 of 12 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars Awesome multitool, October 31, 2006
Kevin D. Wong - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Blackburn Toolmanator Multi-Function Bike Tool (Sports)
What the other reviewers have failed to mention and what makes this tool so outstanding is the inclusion of a "third hand" brake tool. This tool is nothing more than a curvred stiff piece of wire that holds your brake closed while you tighten the cable. Your brakes are the most important saftey aspect of your bike so this tool is SUPER important, yet you'd be suprised how many tools do not come with this tool. (the only other tool i've found with this feature is the topeak alien ii)


32 of 45 people found the following review helpful
1.0 out of 5 stars this damages your bike, besides being useless!!!, March 12, 2006
Mr YANG - See all my reviews
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I just dont' know why it's the most popular item in this category,

this is the only reason I was persuaded to buy it.

the only useful part are the hex sets, but you can get a 10-piece, must stronger set from home-depot. all the other stuff are useless, and, worse, damage your bike: the open-end 10mm wrench does not lock on bolts, and easily strips the bolts. 15gauge spoke wrench also strips the bolts on my spokes. since these "wrenches" are made by punching the hexagon shapes on a flimsy 1-mm steel plate, the "mouth" of the wrench has a curved edge on one side, so the edge is not flat, and has very little gripping power.

so my suggestion is to buy a normal allen wrench set / hex set, plus a set of closed-end wrenches with "stopping gear (bi-directional) ", and a ring-shaped spoke wrench, with 6 openings.

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