Bike tools, maintenance and cleaning kit reviews

Birzman Diversity 17 multitool review

The Diversity 17 packs lots of tools, but ends up a bit weighty

By Paul Norman • Published 10 April 19

Topeak Mini 9 Pro multitool review

The Topeak Mini 9 Pro packs a lot of essentials into a small package including two tyre levers.

By Paul Norman • Published 17 April 18

Karcher OC3 portable cleaner review

The Karcher OC3 portable cleaner lets you pressure wash your bike after a ride, if you're not near a hose. But its 4 litre water reservoir soon runs out

By Paul Norman • Published 11 January 18

Fabric 16 in 1 multitool review

We test the Fabric 16 in 1 multitool. How well does it work? And does it really have 16 tools?

By Paul Norman • Published 15 April 17

Halo ProActive sports wash review

We've been testing Halo Proactive sports wash on our cycling kit – an effective laundry liquid that helps reduce odour build-up.

By Paul Norman • Published 27 March 17

2Toms Stink Free shoe and gear spray review

Smelly shoes or kit? 2Toms Stink Free Shoe and Gear Spray should help sort out the problem. We've been testing it.

By Paul Norman • Published 17 March 17

Fabric Chamber Tool review

Fabric's take on the trusty old multi-tool is an interesting one with a whole lot of potential, but how does it hold up in the real world?

By Rupert Radley • Published 6 March 17

2Toms Stink Free sports detergent review

2Toms Stink Free sports detergent is part of a range of cleaning products formulated specifically for smelly sports kit.

By Paul Norman • Published 2 March 17

No Quarter Complete Cycle Detailing Kit review

No Quarter Complete Cycle Detailing Kit offers great cleaning and care for your frame, but is it worth the £34.99 outlay?

By Symon Lewis • Published 28 February 17

Rock "N" Roll Gold lubricant review

Rock "N" Roll Gold lube is the brand's top bike lubricant. We've been testing it through the winter to see how it copes with harsh conditions.

By Paul Norman • Published 15 February 17

Lezyne Power Lever XL review

If you need extra welly to get your tyre off your rim, a pair of Lezyne Power Lever XL may be the answer. They're longer and more robust than most.

By Paul Norman • Published 10 February 17

Oxford Products bike cleaning brushes review

This range of well-priced brushes from Oxford Products seems to include one to get at every part of your bike.

By Paul Norman • Published 24 January 17

Pedro’s RXM Multitool review

We test Pedro's £19.99 RXM multitool. It's well stocked to deal with wheel and drivetrain problems.

By Paul Norman • Published 28 November 16

Juice Lubes Viking Juice review

Viking Juice lube is lightweight, easily applied and stays on the chain well. We put it through its paces.

By Paul Norman • Published 21 November 16

Pedro’s L Hex Wrench Set review

It may not be sexy but it's effective. We test Pedro's allen key set with pretty much every size you'll need between 1.5mm and 10mm.

By Paul Norman • Published 31 August 16

Fenwick’s Stealth Road Bike Kit review

The Fenwick’s Stealth Road Bike Kit includes all the basic products needed to give your grimy bike the TLC it deserves, but could do with a few brushes.

By James Bracey • Published 22 June 16

Park Tool MT-20 multi-tool review

The Park Tool MT-20 multi-tool is exceptionally well made, and very compact, but that quality is at a price that can't be justified with so few functions.

By Henry Robertshaw • Published 10 May 16

Topeak Mini Ten multi-tool review

We've tested the Topeak Mini 10. It packs five allen keys, four torq heads and a Phillips screwdriver into a 92g package which is only 7cm long and comes in its own padded pouch

By Paul Norman • Published 29 April 16

Topeak Mini Pro 20 multi-tool review

A fully equipped multitool, neatly designed and packaged with tools you never thought you would need

By James Bracey • Published 25 January 16

Park Tool IB-3 multi-tool review

Bringing the workshop outdoors to the road/trails. The Park Tool IB-3 multi-tool has classic features that make it stand out from the crowd

By James Bracey • Published 20 January 16

Brooks MT10 multi-tool review

The Brooks MT10 multi-tool is a product that, just like their saddles, is designed to last a lifetime

By James Bracey • Published 19 January 16

Crank Brothers M10 Special Edition multi-tool review

The Crank Brothers M10 Special Edition multi-tool is a dependable tool with most of the features you will ever need wrapped up in a classic Crank Bros design

By James Bracey • Published 13 January 16

Muc-Off Bio Grease review

For pedals, bottom brackets, bearings and metal seatposts, Muc-Off Bio Grease will protect these parts to ensure they keep running smooth.

By Oliver Bridgewood • Published 16 December 14

SKS Airbuster CO2 Inflator review

The SKS Airbuster aims to take the faff out of puntures and get you back on the road as quickly as possible.

By Cycling Weekly • Published 14 December 14

Pedro's ICM multi-tool review

Pedro's don’t do nonsense equipment, so this multi-tool was well received by us because it has everything one might need for a ride

By Chris Catchpole • Published 8 November 14

Muc-Off X-3 Dirty Chain Machine review

Cleaning your drivetrain can be a chore, but Muc-Off aim to make it more bearable with this innovative chain cleaner.

By Henry Robertshaw • Published 5 November 14

Lezyne Rap LED 14 Tool review

By Cycling Weekly • Published 2 April 14