Originally Posted by
fitftw
Did he use the Park Tool FR-1 and a chainwhip? It should have easily come loose.
THAT WOULD BE A PROBLEM!!!!
You don't need a chainwhip for removing a freewheel.
I like to lock my tools down with the quick release. Then either the biggest Crescent (Adjustable) wrench I can find, or perhaps I've used the vice trick once or twice.
You might also look up "Z-Bend Spokes". Or, perhaps Fiberfix. It would get you back on the road.