Originally Posted by DerekRI
I've seen the LBS get the tool on with the wrench, then put the axle nut on, put the wheel on the ground standing, and just give the wrench a swift kick to loosen it up.
Hmm. Well I tried a rubber mallet at home and that was no-go. I'm planning on stopping by my coop shop on the way home though. They've got a vise and more tools (and my gf who objects to my cursing at bike repairs will not be there
).