Wolf Tooth EnCase Hex Bit Wrench Multi-tool For the record, I successfully inserted them into the Crust/Nitto Shaka bars, Salsa Woodchippers, and Salsa Cowchippers. As you’ll read and see below, both of the tools have a hinged segment, so they have a little bend and can work with most drop-bars. It’s also worth noting that the EnCase Storage Sleeves (and tools) work with many drop-handlebars. I’ll be sure to update this if any issues arise. I’ve now installed and removed them from the carbon MTB bars around a dozen or so times and there’s no sign of wear or degradation, but they’re getting ever so slightly easier to remove. ![]() I tried them on some aluminum bars and it was much easier no key needed. Wolf Tooth suggests trimming the fins a little with a razor blade if the fit is too tight, but I decided to keep them as they are to avoid making them not tight enough. I can’t even remove them with two hands I found the best method was to pry them out with a key, but it still takes a little bit of work to loosen them. And while they’re fairly easy to insert, they’re quite snug and difficult to remove, which also means that they securely stay in place. After bouncing around with them on many big trail rides in the Pisgah area, I can confirm that there’s no sound or vibration to speak of. Wolf Tooth claims the rubber sleeve material provides a certain level of vibration dampening and has a snug fit to keep the system from rattling. The Storage Sleeve presses into the grip area of the handlebar and secures tightly via two small cylindrical fins that are molded into the sleeve. There’s also a little hollow niche near the bar end that fits a pair of Quicklinks, a Presta-Schrader adapter, or other small bits and bobs. Each sleeve has two closed ends with a flap opening on its side for inserting an EnCase tool or other items. The cylinder is made from a rubber/plastic composite material that’s flexible and feels quite durable, almost like rigid, thick inner tube. Each sleeve is comprised of a machined aluminum end cap that’s permanently affixed to the rubber sleeve, or cylinder. The EnCase System is based around a pair of Storage Sleeves. ![]() Read on for the full review with specs, details, and lots of photos. We’ve been riding and playing with the system for nearly a month. Each of the three components can be purchased separately or as a complete kit. EnCase is a three-part, in-grip handlebar system made of Storage Sleeves (sold as a pair), a Hex Bit Wrench Multi-tool, and a Chain Tool + Tire Plug. Announced today, the Wolf Tooth EnCase System expands on the company’s growing catalog of tools and on-the-bike accessories.
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