Crankbrothers M10 Gold Compact Bike Multi-Tool

Reviews

1. T Tricky 4/5

   Great EDC piece, with minor finish issues

   Added this to my everyday carry and it’s performed well—compact, light and functional. The #2 Phillips works fine and it opens smoothly. My only gripe is some roughness on the smaller hex key ends which could be an issue under heavy torque, so I rate it four stars.

2. B billy jo 5/5

   Well thought-out and practical

   Nicely engineered and easy to pack for trips. Each bit is well finished so it engages fasteners securely and tool lengths make loosening stubborn bolts straightforward.

3. S Stuart Till 5/5

   Dependable Crank Brothers quality

   Consistently good build quality from this brand. Reliable and well made.

4. M Matthew R. Coupe 5/5

   Great value when discounted

   You can’t go wrong with this tool. It’s pocket-sized, well made and covers the typical needs. Fits comfortably in a jersey pocket or saddlebag and isn’t bulky.

5. M miguelmo 5/5

   Quality feels obvious

   Small and lightweight but you can tell it’s well made. Thankfully I haven’t had to rely on it much, but I trust it will perform when needed.

6. K KellyC 5/5

   Versatile and sturdy for roadside fixes

   Useful for most on-the-road repairs. The size is handy and the construction feels robust. Hinges stay tight and none of the bits have bent in normal use. It’s not ultralight, but it’s not overly heavy either.

7. D djdlanda 5/5

   Small and very practical

   Excellent materials and a great balance of size and quality.

8. S SBC 5/5

   Longer bits reach recessed screws

   Bits are longer than many multi-tools, handy for reaching recessed or hard-to-access fasteners like some front derailleur adjustment screws.

9. M Matt K 5/5

   Solid, functional choice for MTB and commuting

   I keep a few multi-tools but this one is especially solid. It offers the right length for leverage, is well made and fairly light. I use it on mountain rides and commuting rides — plus it just looks good in gold.

10. D DJB 5/5

    Excellent fit on a variety of rides

    Slightly heavier than advertised at about 154 g for mine, but that’s negligible. Made in Taiwan. The tool engages hardware cleanly on all my bikes and I prefer it to other compact multi-tools I’ve used. I do wish the hexes had ball ends, but the grips and leverage are very good. I’ve bought extras as gifts for local riders.

11. T Trent Garcia 5/5

    Perfect compact upgrade for my seat pack

    I replaced my rusty loose hex keys with this compact multi-tool and it’s just what I wanted. It’s small but offers the right range of tools and fits easily into my medium seat bag along with tube, chain tool and patches. Each bit is long enough to reach fasteners without being awkward; the tool feels very solid and I haven’t had any rounding from use.

12. B BillJ. 5/5

    Essential and no-nonsense multi-tool

    I carry this in my hydration pack for mountain biking and it’s become essential. It’s light, strong and covers everything I need except a chain breaker and spoke wrench, which I prefer separate. Handles all screws and bolts I’ve encountered on the trail.

13. J Jahaziel 5/5

    Handy gift; easy for beginners to use

    Bought as a present and it arrived sooner than expected. The recipient had no complaints and used it to assemble and tune brakes with remote guidance. The design is clean, easy to handle and offers good leverage even for small hands. Good for beginners or riders who carry separate chain/tire tools.