There’s been a steady stream of new products from Silca lately, and they don’t seem to be slowing down any time soon. This time, it’s a new multi-tool that packs in a few more tools than previous versions.
A step up from the Italian Army Knife Nove (9 tools) and Tredici (13 tools), the Venti cranks it up to 20 using the same flat profile of the existing tools.
Now you’ll find a chain tool with a magnetic locking feature to allow for a longer handle and easier use. Inside the tool there is also a secret magnetic port for a chain link to ensure you have everything you need for chain related catastrophes.
All photos c. Silca
Silca calls the tools “mid-length” and they’re forged for strength with Silca’s high grip chrome plating. Available now, the tool will sell for $46.
Specs
Metal injection sidebars with knurled grip surface and stainless-steel hardware
Forged chain breaker for 10-12 speed chain
Magnetic storage for 10-12 speed compatible chain connectors
Forged and plated tools:
- Hex 2/2.5/3/4/5/6/8
- Torx® 8/10/20/25
- PH2/SL4
- 7mm box wrench
- 8mm flare nut wrench
- 10mm open end wrench
- Disc pad spreader
- Valve core remover
- Spoke wrenches -13G / 1
What is italian about this tool?
Is it made in italy? I doubt it.
Is it made by an italian company? No
What is the connection with Silca and Italy nowdays?
Silca was such an iconic quintessential cycling brand, it is sad to see it heritage wiped off and the brand reduced to consumer goods by the new ownership.
“reduced to consumer goods”
Uhhh, what do you think the old Silca stuff was?
I dont know what rock you have been living under but the Silca goods today are better than they ever were.
Yes they have expanded beyond pumps but the product is well thought out and quality.
It seems to me that Silca is just another American owned business that sells made in China products. I still see Silca pumps from 50-60 years ago in use. No need to say the Chinese stuff will not last that long.
Did you do any investigation to verify whether what “seems” to you is actually true? Do know anything at all about where Silca’s are made, how they’re designed, how they function, or how they hold up?
Informed opinions are always better than those that aren’t.
*Silca’s products