Originally Posted by
Fugazi Dave
A good chainwhip and a lockring tool are good investments if you intend to keep up with fixed gear any longer than as a passing interest. I recommend the Par SR-2 chainwhip (super beefy, chain is replaceable) and the Hozan C-203 lockring pliers. Buy good tools once, use them forever.
IMO there is no need for a chainwhip. the rotafix method is more effective and free.