TIRED OF TIES AND AFTER SHAVE?

(PRWEB) May 20, 2000

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TIRED OF TIES AND AFTER SHAVE?
Topeak offers cool "multi-use tools" that will have Dad riding high this Father's Day

DATELINE: FOXBORO, MA, MAY 19, 2000...Remember how your dad patiently stood beside you, helping to keep your balance when you rode your bicycle without training wheels for the first time?

If your father's encouragement fostered your love of bicycling, why not return the favor with a Father's Day gift from Topeak - one of the world's most innovative manufacturers of bicycle accessories.

So much cooler than a tie, some of Topeak's gift suggestions for Dad this June 18th include:

THE ALIEN XS
The Alien XS is a lightweight, compact version of Topeak's award-winning Alien tool with 17 indispensable functions folded neatly into an engineering-grade plastic body. Besides including every type of wrench the dedicated bicyclist might need (2, 2.5, 3, 4, 5, 6 & 8 mm Allen wrenches and 8, 9 & 10 mm box wrenches) the AlienXS also contains spoke wrenches for 14g & 15g, Philips & flat head screwdrivers, a stainless steel knife, and a bottle opener.

Cyclists will have a firm handle on these tools as the molded plastic body provides a superior gripping surface and opens into two halves for easy use at the press of a button. Weighing under two ounces (167 grams), the whole package fits into the palm of your hand and into its own nylon carrying case.

The original Alien tool, with 22 tools -- including a mini pedal wrench -- is also available.

THE WATSON TOOL CARD
Small enough to fit in a Father's Day card, the Watson Tool Card's 14 functions include: tape measure, scissors, bottle opener, flat screwdriver, knife, nail clipper, nail file, eyeglass screwdriver, tooth pick, pin,   a tweezers, ball point pen, ruler (in./cm) and a name card clip. Just the size of a credit card and weighing a mere 80 grams, the Watson is nevertheless a durable tool with a stainless steel tool dock that ensures strength and leverage for the biggest small jobs. Then the next time Dad needs to measure a cabinet and write your findings, clip a nail, remove a splinter, fix your glasses, or face a dozen more of life's daily challenges, he'll be prepared.

THE MCGUYVER
The McGuyver is the granddaddy of Topeak's self-contained tools and the perfect hiking or backwoods companion. Features include pliers, fish-hook remover, 2, 2.5, 3, 4, 5, 6 mm two piece Allen wrenches, 8, 9, 10 mm two piece box wrenches, Philips and flat head screwdrivers, magnifying glass, fish scaler, fork, scissors, leather punch, spoke wrenches for 14g and 15 g, tire levers, stainless steel knife, bottle opener and more.

THE PANORAM COMPUTER
For the father who is a truly dedicated bicyclist, Topeak's new Panoram Computer merges high-tech twist with pedal power.

A radical new concept in computer design, the on-board digital companion provides the rider with constant information including: speed; distance traveled; trip time; maximum and average speeds; speed pacing and maintenance reminders. The Panoram Computer can store information for up to two bicycles and is also available in a wireless version.

For more great gift ideas for this Father's Day, visit Topeak's Web site at
Topeak.com or call them directly at (800) 213-4561 to request a catalog.

Editors - Professional photos of all Topeak products are available for the asking. Also, to pursue features about trends in cycling and to arrange an interview, please contact Steve Dubin, PR Works, (781) 878-9533 or sdubin@prworkzone.com.