Still don't need a tool to use it, but it might appear that way. Went to use the tool and couldn't get it out because it hit the water bottle mount bolt. However the simple fix was to use some spare brake rotor bolts that have a smaller head. This was all dependent on what bolts come on your frame. Ironically all my road bikes had high profile heads and my mtb have low profile heads. The rotor bolts should work for now, but check before you go out. Still a great product

This product works flawlessly. Light, sleek, and a great tool that requires NO tools to use. Push it up and it pops out (but very secure and covered by the bottle 99% of the time). Again, you do not need a tool to use this tool, just an IQ over 70.

The saddest part about this product is that I read in the other review that you need a tool to get to the tool, and I still bought it. Very pointless.

The Rib Cage itself is a great bottle holder - sleek looking and holds all bottle securely. The tool add-on is fantastic, especially if you have thru-axel wheels that require a tool. The tool, while tiny and light, is quiet functional and offers a number of options. Everyone should have one.

Not sure why everybody isn't using one of these to store their multi-tool. Keeps your multi-tool always is in its place. One less thing to shove in a wedge back or forget to pack. Have on on mt mtb and road bike and works perfectly.