DJuice Posted May 22, 2014 Posted May 22, 2014 After a few months, what is the report back from users of the SWAT kit? Will other manufacturers follow? Is it possible to add SWAT kit to seatpost? Have only seen the system once, quick measurement about 38cm with bottle included,so probably will only fit xl bikes on seatpost. What do you guys think or am I crazy. I now saddle bags does the same,just like the look of being part of the bike.
ians H2Sport Posted May 23, 2014 Posted May 23, 2014 SWAT kit on the Spez includes the chain breaker/quick link in the headset, the multitool under the top tube and the twin bottle cage & 'tool box' on the frame. The tool box is attached to the bottom of the bottle cage and holds a tube, bomb & valve and a single tyre lever. I understand from the Spez chaps that the chain breaker can fit other bikes. I suppose fitting the tool box will depend on the space available on the frame but don't see it fitting on the seat post as you suggested. The concept is brilliant and works extremely well on the new Epic bikes. Best advantage is you don't have to carry much in your pockets and don't have to put a 2nd cage on the seat post
Johny Bravo Posted May 23, 2014 Posted May 23, 2014 My favourite has to be the two bottle cages on my Epic. I hate bottle cages on the seatpost, looks crap. Also the multitool in the frame is a winner. The lunchbox with spare tube and co2 cannister I dont use. Looks horrible, i might consider adding it to a long race like 100 miler or something.
flyguysa Posted May 23, 2014 Posted May 23, 2014 The SWAT toolbox needs a third hole drilled into the frame. You can get a Specialized bottle cage that will allow the attachment of the SWAT multitool to the bottom of it. As far as I can see, the chain breaker should fit most steerer tubes, it basically replaces the headset cap.
DJuice Posted May 23, 2014 Author Posted May 23, 2014 My idea was to replace the headset cap, attached a third bottle cage mount on seatpost for the third bottle mounting of swat kit with the cage with mounting point. Is there a bottle cage mount and seatpost clamp in one on the market?
Borriz Posted May 28, 2014 Posted May 28, 2014 The SWAT toolbox needs a third hole drilled into the frame. You can get a Specialized bottle cage that will allow the attachment of the SWAT multitool to the bottom of it. As far as I can see, the chain breaker should fit most steerer tubes, it basically replaces the headset cap.You don't need a hole drilled. The toolbox has hole that bolts to bottom of Specialized bottle cage and then small metal strip that connects to bottle cage holes already in frame. I converted my swat to carry more tools (plugs, leatherman, spare cable, nuts and bolts) and strap tube to frame or load it in small tool bottle that goes behind seat post. The tube that fits swat is slimeless so not ideal.
GrantRH Posted May 30, 2014 Posted May 30, 2014 Anybody looking to sell their SWAT box? I already have the multi tool and chain breaker, but looking to pick up the tool box.
SwissVan Posted March 2, 2019 Posted March 2, 2019 Reviving an old thread Thinking of getting the Conceal carry MTB Tool and Swat MTB XC BoxBecause they are not available in my local Spaz shop I cannot visualy check them out without ordering them, so.... Does anyone have feedback on these and in particular the tools that come with them, ie the chain tool and CO2 twist head.... do they work well? The steerer tube conceal carry tool stashes an emergency multi-tool and chain breaker inside the steerer tube of a suspension fork for easy transport and instant access. On the tool, you'll find a wide array of Allen keys and a Torx wrench, so you'll be able to get out of any trail-side jam. https://www.specialized.com/ch/en/swat-conceal-carry-mtb-tool/p/157285?color=232294-157285 The Swat MTB XC Box Fits one Turbo 29-inch inner tube, SWAT™ tire lever, CO2 twist head, and 25g CO2 cartridge (not included) https://www.specialized.com/ch/en/mtb-xc-box/p/155412?color=229357-155412 Thanks for the feedback
BaGearA Posted March 2, 2019 Posted March 2, 2019 Reviving an old thread Thinking of getting the Conceal carry MTB Tool and Swat MTB XC BoxBecause they are not available in my local Spaz shop I cannot visualy check them out without ordering them, so.... Does anyone have feedback on these and in particular the tools that come with them, ie the chain tool and CO2 twist head.... do they work well? The steerer tube conceal carry tool stashes an emergency multi-tool and chain breaker inside the steerer tube of a suspension fork for easy transport and instant access. On the tool, you'll find a wide array of Allen keys and a Torx wrench, so you'll be able to get out of any trail-side jam. https://www.specialized.com/ch/en/swat-conceal-carry-mtb-tool/p/157285?color=232294-157285 The Swat MTB XC Box Fits one Turbo 29-inch inner tube, SWAT™ tire lever, CO2 twist head, and 25g CO2 cartridge (not included) https://www.specialized.com/ch/en/mtb-xc-box/p/155412?color=229357-155412 Thanks for the feedbackChain tool is a bit fiddly but works as you would expect, box works fantastic
SwissVan Posted March 2, 2019 Posted March 2, 2019 Chain tool is a bit fiddly but works as you would expect, box works fantastic Thanks, to be expected i suppose....most of the "pocket" style chain tools are a bit fiddly Any idea how heavy that steerer tube tool is?Seems like a lot of metal to add to the bike... but then with an XL size and 2.3 tyres....wtf
BaGearA Posted March 2, 2019 Posted March 2, 2019 Thanks, to be expected i suppose....most of the "pocket" style chain tools are a bit fiddly Any idea how heavy that steerer tube tool is?Seems like a lot of metal to add to the bike... but then with an XL size and 2.3 tyres....wtfPretty sure it's under 100 grams... Actually it has to be, it's tiny
SwissVan Posted March 4, 2019 Posted March 4, 2019 Pretty sure it's under 100 grams... Actually it has to be, it's tinySo I found one of these tools, it was installed on a new Levo they were building in the shop. Its more than a chain tool and definetly not tiny....It’s at least 6 inches ???? and also contains various Allen / torx keys, 2 spare chain links and has a long enough handle to make not “fiddly” It fits in the fork steering tube , not just under the top cap type chain tool ( the fiddly one) Pretty clever and smart, but I don’t think I will be fitting one... there is still some weight weenie left in my bones.
slickjay007 Posted March 4, 2019 Posted March 4, 2019 Reviving an old thread Thinking of getting the Conceal carry MTB Tool and Swat MTB XC BoxBecause they are not available in my local Spaz shop I cannot visualy check them out without ordering them, so.... Does anyone have feedback on these and in particular the tools that come with them, ie the chain tool and CO2 twist head.... do they work well? The steerer tube conceal carry tool stashes an emergency multi-tool and chain breaker inside the steerer tube of a suspension fork for easy transport and instant access. On the tool, you'll find a wide array of Allen keys and a Torx wrench, so you'll be able to get out of any trail-side jam. https://www.specialized.com/ch/en/swat-conceal-carry-mtb-tool/p/157285?color=232294-157285 The Swat MTB XC Box Fits one Turbo 29-inch inner tube, SWAT™ tire lever, CO2 twist head, and 25g CO2 cartridge (not included) https://www.specialized.com/ch/en/mtb-xc-box/p/155412?color=229357-155412 Thanks for the feedback Whats the pricing like on the steerer tube device?
Jako De Wet Posted March 4, 2019 Posted March 4, 2019 Whats the pricing like on the steerer tube device?Last time I was in the shop it was around R1500, if Im not mistaken EDIT: Yip, still R1500https://www.specialized.com/za/en/swat-conceal-carry-mtb-tool/p/157285?color=232294-157285
Eddy Gordo Posted March 4, 2019 Posted March 4, 2019 The SWAT toolbox needs a third hole drilled into the frame. You can get a Specialized bottle cage that will allow the attachment of the SWAT multitool to the bottom of it. As far as I can see, the chain breaker should fit most steerer tubes, it basically replaces the headset cap.Wolftooth components make bottle mount extensions, they even have some bags etc to fit.https://www.wolftoothcomponents.com/collections/b-rad-system
MintSauce Posted March 4, 2019 Posted March 4, 2019 https://www.oneupcomponents.com/products/edc-tool-system EDC Tools has way more features than the SWAT tool. It and the pump (the best mini pump I have ever used in 27 years of riding) combined cost R2200. You can carry the tool only (R1100) in the headtube, but I carry it on the frame in the pump seeing as I prefer to ride with a pump over bombs anyway.
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