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Park Tool MT-30 multi-tool


The name Park Tool is normally a byword for quality design and construction but we were left a little underwhelmed by this multi-tool. The tool bits are hardened and plated and we didn’t manage to round any of them but they’re quite short, as is the 71mm body, so it can be difficult to get enough leverage to turn stubborn bolts. The nut on one of the pivot bolts on our sample had a burr that snagged skin and clothing.

The inclusion of a T30 Torx key in addition to the standard T25, Allen (2.5-8mm) and screwdriver heads will be welcomed by owners of some Shimano cranks, but the 8mm and 15mm ring spanners will likely only be useful if you like to ride a fixie around town. It’s a good-looking tool and ought to last a long time but the MT-40 looks a better bet for mountain bike use – it swaps the spanners for a chain tool and CO2 cartridge head for 22$ more.

Price 52$

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