Yaaas. Been interested in tools like this for a while but the fix it sticks just never seemed enough. This is it! This is THE one! Definitely putting this on top of the "tools i gotta get my hands on" list! If I wasn't on tour it'd probably be in my cart tonight haha. Thanks for another informative and helpful review!

This is absolutely my favorite tool to travel with. I’m also big fan of carrying fixit sticks for long multi day rides.

Absolutely top-notch tooling. I've had this since it was first released. I have one of the Topeak versions, but this is so much better. I'm a licenced aircraft mechanic. I wish my supplied aircraft tools were of this quality.

I appreciate the commentary on the torque option not being essential. I didn't get that version and thought I was missing out on a better product!

Husband gifted me this for Christmas. Love it! Made my bike build and repairs so much easier.

I ordered it the same day you posted the answer to my question on the previous video. It's a game changer and a must have for any cyclist. Thanks for all the knowledge my dude!

Love the Topeka ratcheting tool. I’m pretty fumbly with my fingers and not able to use traditional bike tools very well, but the mini ratchet setups work great for me.

Nice looking product. I've been wanting to get an ultra compact multitool for my bikepacking kit. I've mostly been looking at the Fix It Sticks but like the idea of a ratchet handle. Might just have to give this one some serious consideration!

Great Vid on this tool. like the red ring around the tool. As a tool designer I really like this tool

The steel on the bits is excellent quality. I've been using the phillips head on my drill driver for a year with no visible wear.

I got the Silca ratchet tool with the torque wrench for Christmas. Like you said, having the ratchet makes it very easy and quick to do basic repairs and adjustments, and I like the quality. I really needed a smaller torque wrench like this, because my only other torque wrench is just huge and impractical. The only reason this hasn't really become part of my everyday carry is because I would miss having open wrenches for my particular bikes, and my Topeak multi tool (non ratcheting) has the 8, 9, and 10mm wrenches. It seems fewer and fewer bikes these days require open wrenches for anything, but my bikes are mostly older. The canti brakes require a 10mm to make adjustments, and so do my fenders (not that fenders ever need much adjustment, only if things get knocked or if I need to put on a different tire).

As with all Silca products, this tool is top notch. You didn't focus too much on the torque attachment, but I love this bit. Totally worth it when you have to make adjustments on the road or trail and you have carbon parts.

Seems like a well built unit. Ratchets are pretty essential if you need to save time. The wera bit ratchet is really handy for a dedicated driver.

got myself and my brother one for christmas....awesome tool!

Just got mine, love it so far

Nice review, constructive feedback - in future reviews of similar gizmos & gadgets I’d find it very useful to know dimensions & weight - things I consider when choosing what goes on a bike tour or in the handlebar bag.

Absolutely worth the money. Love this thing!

I love this Silca tool. It has worked really well for me.

I have mine too. Love this set

I'm keeping my 1/4" Craftsman ratchet - using a 1/4" hex socket I slip bits into the socket all the way up to size 12. Note: magnetize the bits and not the socket.

I own and love the silca tool (with torque). For normal day cycling though i find it a bit too heavy/bulky. Instead of stripping it down to the minimum bits and leaving the soft case at home, i prefer to take the victorinox home tool. The silca stays my go-to at home or longer travel.

Definitely going on my Christmas list for next year. Had no idea there was such a product. Nicely done, Russ!

Got it with the torque adapter. It is fine. High quality bits and construction

That definitely looks nice...I'd be pretty concerned about losing bits, though. Not a flaw in the tool, I just tend to lose stuff.

One of the few bike tools I have seen in awhile that clears the I wanna to the I need bar. The conventional multi sets I am using now are way out tolerance, that is what really wall wallows out socket heads and every thing is so short stroked....I need one.

It is the coolest must-have ever! It is worth every penny!!

The newer Blackburn big stitch ratchet set looks good and has the 5 purpose chain breaker piece too. Any thoughts on that one?

I have mine as well, just received it. Have been a SILICA fan for awhile, just can't afford it all.

I use the Topeak one. I liked it so much it's one of my main tools I use at the bike shop I work at

I have the Topeak version. It was about $30. They are so inexpensive that I have a couple. I Keep one in the main toolbox and one in my waterpak. It works great for most bolts and it has a lot of torque. I know that Silca makes beautiful stuff because I have a chrome hex wrench set in a nice wooden box. They look so good I hate to use them because I did get them as a gift. I believe they retail for about $150. I worked in a shop and one time I had a guy order a floor pump...it was over $600, yes $600 for a floor pump. But the air that it pumps out is a much better quality swiss air. It's lighter and cleaner than my Blackburn Pump.

The SILCA multi tool is the best I have 1 on my gravel bike & keep a 2nd one in my road side assistance bag for road calls for friends & fellow cyclist in Sonoma County Tp marks for this compact little baby 2-thumbs up from Doc Sprocket

I bought a little Stanley Rachet. For 2.99. Then Allen pieces that cost 5.99. Then a case for 7.99. No problem with it. Does the same just no open end to hold other pieces. For under 20 bucks was not bad.

Dude you are the freaking Man

I just got the Bontrager version of this, the torque wrench portion isn't working at all, I'm going to need to figure that part out. They look identical which blows me away.

How do you use it? I bought the Bontrager version and unfortunately, no instructions came with the kit.

I loved this thing until it broke while i was tightening a seat post clamp. When I opened up the ratchet mechanism, the tiny pawl was broken in half. Silca is replacing it under warranty but I’m going to have to be very delicate with it :(

What do you mean with end cap piece for an 8 mm hex? Thx!

What about the Topeak Nano TorqBar. I think it combines lots of great ideas, seems really practical...

Somewhat I am not convinced it works in practice for tight spots -- the head is not only big, but also long. So while you can rotate it more easily (thanks to ratchet mechanism) it is more difficult to put it in place. But the video is great (as usual :-)) -- one question though, does it mean Blackburn Wayside you shown dropped out of favour? ;-)

Cool!

Loved the size, worked well, till the magnets came loose. Silca never responded to emails so I ended up returning it to REI. As many revies on Amazon point out, quality control is not their strong point 😞

Is it worth paying the extra $ for the torque stick, or do you recommend just the basic set? (I already have a Spin Doctor torque wrench set and the small Ritchey torque wrench).

You got a shout out on Just Go Bike podcast!

I like that u can stick bits inside ratchet. Most ratchet have some square stick protruding out and then the hex and T bits need adapter. Which is very silly. But one thing I can't understand why don't they make ratchet tools where the hole is through from both side. So that when you want to tighten you stick the bit from one side and when you need to loosen from other side. When I was kid my dad had such. That was much cooler stronger and simpler than these with small lever where you can choose whetter u can loosen or tighten. And this is especially silly for torque wrenches. Some torque wrenches also have that lever to change the working direction of ratchet, but you don't use it for loosening bolts. And as for reverse thread bolts, usually torque wrench won't be accurate when you switch it's ratchet to opposite way, or it won't work at all.

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Would the the Torque Wrench calibration go off if i have it in a saddle bag and ride hard on trails with all the vibrations?

not a fan of the non ratcheting driver sticking out the front... Just makes the tool head bulkier and has less clearance when rotating. the topeak is better.

No 8mm hex bit for my pedals? :(

Boo, I already bought the Silca ratchet from your last video link. didn't know they had a torque option. Seriously though, I don't know I need a torque for an extra $50. I already have an assortment of torque wrenches. Great video as always

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What do you do for a chain tool on the road?

As I try to be as minimalist as I can, I find this kind of tools (multi, small) in a Limbo I wouldn't buy. It's too bulky for traveling or riding, for me, and on the trail you don't necessarily need a ratchet, since almost everything you'd do is some tightening, no a full repair. On the other side, I wouldn't have ir for home repairs since a slightly bigger and appropriate mechanic tool will do a better job, will probably be cheaper and last more. What do you think?

You put a greasy seat post on your couch !!!

Is this tool the death of the traditional multitool?

IF it had a chain breaker it would be a deal breaker.

Not enough leverage for proper torque; be careful on stem and brakes and keep the rubber side down.

Gah! I just lost mine!

they cost a bomb in my country.

To many bits to loose on the trail

On my IGH bikes, NO THANKS. These multi tools are useless in tight spaces. Last time I used an insert screwdriver, the end flew off and disappeared in my heater at home. But I do love my 2 crowfoot 4/5/6 hex and 2/2.5/3mm. And I still need individual allan keys, some 2 lengths. My Rohloff tour bike carries over 30 wrenches/ tools, in 3 pockets and 4 places on the bike.

DO NOT BUY THE NEW VERSION (that can be recognised by its smaller black circle on the back of the ratcheting mechanism) it is absolutely inferior and total complete garbage. I have had three send to me by customer support and none of them work, the ratchet slips under the tiniest amount of torque and it is an absolute and total ripoff, be warned do not buy! Had to rage and vent here as my review is not appearing on the Silca website! okthanks!

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