My chain tool is my cell phone. OTOH, I change chains frequently, and have them measured for wear regularly.

Nopers. I carry a cell phone.

So to all those people who advocate using a cellphone instead of a chaintool;
How do I use that in these mtn canyons where there is no cell coverage?

I always carry one. The only time I had to use it was three years ago on a club ride for a very new rider on a very old beater bike. It saved him a 10 mile walk back to the start point.

Chaintool is a must! I also carry several spare master links for 8, 9 and 10 speed chains. I primarily mountain bike. The stuff doesn't weigh much and getting to use them saves somebodies day. Remember the Boy Scout Motto: BE PREPARED!

All of you who replied "no" and offered some sort of justification, you realize what's going to happen soon, don't you. ;)

:eek:

...Time to sacrifice another virgin to the Chain Gods.:p

You need a chaintool, sorry.

I always ride in good cell zones.

I tried using my phone...but it just got dirty. Is there a chain tool app?

Typically, what happens is that the back plate bends as pressure is exerted on the pins, now unattached at the front plate. This usually pops off the entire front plate. If it doesn't, it is not difficult to pry off the front plate (it should just pop off with a bit of finger pressure, if not, you can use a tire lever), and the back plate with rivets is easily pushed out. No chain tool required. And the missing/quick links don't need a tool to install. Of course, some guys just HAVE to have the right tool

Luis

As a newbie I wouldn't know how to use one. Guess I should learn.

Least beast, welcome to BF and the 50+ forum. A compact chain breaker is easy to use. Find a good book on cycle maintenance, there are many to choose from, and talk to your LBS about showing you how they and a Missing/Quick link works so you don't get stranded.

Bill