Powerlink backup to broken chain??
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Powerlink backup to broken chain??
I've decided to bring along an extra powerlink on my rides. Does this necessitate bringing along a chain tool also? I've never broken a chain before (knocking on wood) - is it possible to use the powerlink for a temporary fix without the tool (in most cases)? I guess I'm asking what is the most common condition of chains after they break.
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You'll need a chain tool to remove other links from the chain to allow you to reconnect the chain without using the failed bits.
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I carry one of the Wipperman chain tools. It's quite small and has a handly compartment to hold the spare link.
You pretty much need some sort of chain tool. Without one the only breaks you could fix would be if a reuseable link opened and went flying away (which can happen) or if a chain pin cleanly popped all the way out of the chain leaving the links in good shape (not likely).
You pretty much need some sort of chain tool. Without one the only breaks you could fix would be if a reuseable link opened and went flying away (which can happen) or if a chain pin cleanly popped all the way out of the chain leaving the links in good shape (not likely).
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I carry one of the Wipperman chain tools. It's quite small and has a handly compartment to hold the spare link.
You pretty much need some sort of chain tool. Without one the only breaks you could fix would be if a reuseable link opened and went flying away (which can happen) or if a chain pin cleanly popped all the way out of the chain leaving the links in good shape (not likely).
You pretty much need some sort of chain tool. Without one the only breaks you could fix would be if a reuseable link opened and went flying away (which can happen) or if a chain pin cleanly popped all the way out of the chain leaving the links in good shape (not likely).
CORRECTION: 3x4cm. Much smaller than my current tool. Thanks, I'll pick it up once I find it locally.
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Many multi-tools include a chain tool and Ritchey made a very tiny chain tool that used a 4 mm allen wrench (also part of any multi-tool) to rotate the screw press. Park also makes a light take-along chain tool CT-5). Almost any of these will work to press out a pin on any type of chain. They aren't the best choice for joining a chain.
You will need a chain tool in the event of a chain breakage. You will have to remove the damaged link and possibly remove one more pin to get "male" links at both ends so the master link can be installed.
You will need a chain tool in the event of a chain breakage. You will have to remove the damaged link and possibly remove one more pin to get "male" links at both ends so the master link can be installed.
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Many multi-tools include a chain tool and Ritchey made a very tiny chain tool that used a 4 mm allen wrench (also part of any multi-tool) to rotate the screw press. Park also makes a light take-along chain tool CT-5). Almost any of these will work to press out a pin on any type of chain. They aren't the best choice for joining a chain.
You will need a chain tool in the event of a chain breakage. You will have to remove the damaged link and possibly remove one more pin to get "male" links at both ends so the master link can be installed.
You will need a chain tool in the event of a chain breakage. You will have to remove the damaged link and possibly remove one more pin to get "male" links at both ends so the master link can be installed.
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I haven't used that particular Topeak tool, however in general I'm a little leery of multitools that have too many gizmos on them. Not because they're necessarily unreliable or anything like that, but because it makes the tool bigger and bulkier, which makes it harder to use the hex wrenches (really the main reason to carry a multitool in the first place). It's annoying when you can only turn a fastener 1/4 turn at a time because the body of the tool keeps bumping into something (I have a Crank Bros Multi-19 that is like that, though it's a good tool otherwise). Something like a Park CT-5 lays flat and won't take up much space in a seat bag.
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This is the lezyne one I carry. Has the chain tool and standared hex keys. It's also stainless and fairly light as well:
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I haven't used that particular Topeak tool, however in general I'm a little leery of multitools that have too many gizmos on them. Not because they're necessarily unreliable or anything like that, but because it makes the tool bigger and bulkier, which makes it harder to use the hex wrenches (really the main reason to carry a multitool in the first place). It's annoying when you can only turn a fastener 1/4 turn at a time because the body of the tool keeps bumping into something (I have a Crank Bros Multi-19 that is like that, though it's a good tool otherwise). Something like a Park CT-5 lays flat and won't take up much space in a seat bag.
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I've been using the Topeak Hexus for about three years. Nice little tool. Only problem is the tendency for the handles to fall off while being carried in my bag. Fixed that with a rubber band cut from an inner tube. Chain tool works very well.