Tool storage bottles: versatile and convenient for any unexpected situation

Tool bottle, the right answer for every unexpected issue

On the bike, weight makes the difference. That is why many road bike and MTB accessories are small and lightweight. Take tool bottles, containers to fill with everything needed for roadside repairs. More practical than handlebar bags and saddle bags, they can be reached quickly with one hand. Patches, sealant and an inner tube: this is the basic repair kit to store in the bottle, alongside tools such as a scraper and tyre levers. But if you ride tubeless tyres, there are kits with a plug insertion tool and plugs. And for those who do not like wasting time, the tool bottle can also hold a CO2 inflator pump.

Rigid and flexible models

You can also use the tool bottle to carry a windproof gilet. And items that are not strictly cycling-related, such as your smartphone and house keys. The weight always stays below 100 grams. But there are two available versions: with a rigid or flexible structure. 
In the first case, the bottle shape is reproduced quite faithfully. Made from hard plastic and fitted with a screw cap, it can also house two separate compartments, as in the Zefal M. 
Soft neoprene models, on the other hand, close with a zip. And they include an internal mesh pocket to keep items organised. Take, for example, the MTB tool bottle Topeak Cagepack, a versatile case with a generous 750 cl capacity. If you are looking for something less spacious, there is no shortage of offers, all with excellent value for money.

Everything you need to get back on the road quickly

When you are out on the road or on a trail and need to deal with an emergency, speed of action is everything. If you get a puncture in the middle of a climb or descent, what you need is not a new tyre but the right tools to fix it and get moving again in no time. The tool bottle becomes the ideal accessory to get you out of trouble. In fact, once equipped with the right tools, it allows you to act promptly and get back to pedalling. 
Whether for training or a ride out of town, the tool bottle is an accessory you simply cannot do without.