Multi-tool for AT (as of 2019)?

[zuren]

Since getting into AT, I have been carrying a Leatherman Surge that I'm realizing is a pig; it is roughly 1 lb. with sheath and bits. I'm trying to drop my pack weight, so I'm considering something different.

I've been digging around on forums and the internet at large, and find 2 main recommendations:

- Leatherman Skeletool + 1/4" bit adapter with bits

- Leatherman Juice CS4 + a dedicated bit driver with bits

I already own a Juice so it would be easy to add a bit driver to my kit, but I like the idea of a single tool (the Skeletool) plus a small, light adapter to handle most anything.

I'm just curious about what others carry?

Thanks!

 

[cydwhit]

Since getting into AT, I have been carrying a Leatherman Surge that I'm realizing is a pig; it is roughly 1 lb. with sheath and bits. I'm trying to drop my pack weight, so I'm considering something different.

I've been digging around on forums and the internet at large, and find 2 main recommendations:

- Leatherman Skeletool + 1/4" bit adapter with bits

- Leatherman Juice CS4 + a dedicated bit driver with bits

I already own a Juice so it would be easy to add a bit driver to my kit, but I like the idea of a single tool (the Skeletool) plus a small, light adapter to handle most anything.

I'm just curious about what others carry?

Thanks!

I do the Skeletool with bits. It covers all my bases really well, and doesn't take up much space or weight. Just lives in the pack. Highly recommend.