Chain breaker tool-which one?

[Sepia]

Could anybody suggest a good make of chain breaker? There are many on the market and some are total junk. Would the multi-tool versions be any good - which one?

Thanks

[Aquiles]

Lezyne multi tool works well for me

[DR ◣◢]

Will it go with on rides or mostly stay at home and look after the other tools?

 

To go with the Lezyne mutli is nice. At home a Park Tool is always nice.

[andydude]

I would think the specialised (not Spez) tool would work better for the job, and not a multi tool, which is almost jack of all trades and master of none. I think for breaking the chain you need a "master".

 

Is this for possible snapped chains to fix on the road or to just take off and clean at home? MTB or road?

[Mackie]

I have a breaker on a Lezyne multitool and it works fine.

[Stretched@Birth]

IMHO, there is only one, the Park Tool.

[Sepia]

Thanks for the input. MTB and need to carry it with me. Guess the specialized one will do then - Lezyne/Park Tool?

Edited September 13, 2012 by Sepia

[GBguy]

I've been using the Park CT-5 for more than 10 years - small and light enough to carry, strong enough to last forever.

[DR ◣◢]

Remember to carry some spare links also.

[RockCoach]

The workshop has the heavy duty Parktool. I don't remember what make of the one I carry in the CB.

[DR ◣◢]

You carry a rather complicated little one that works like magic for trailside repairs.

[RockCoach]

You carry a rather complicated little one that works like magic for trailside repairs.

 

Yes I know. It was something I picked up from CRC. I had a look - it is a Topeak.

[carbon29er]

Mini Chain Brute Chain Tool

 

This small chain tool goes anywhere and actually performs like a shop quality tool. The fine thread, special “V”- shaped handle, and super strong replaceable pin make chain removal and installation a breeze.

• Works on any derailleur chain
  
• Shelf for loosening tight links
  
• Perfect take-along chain tool at only 77 grams
  
• 10-speed chain compatible.
  
• The CT-5 is nominally 60mm tall, 55mm wide and 15mm thick
  

Packaged carded: CT-5C

http://www.parktool.com/uploads/thumbnails/uploads/products/6df30c9d9f1944002129c410aea4b3a66e5cf002_800x700.jpg

[DJR]

.......a Park Tool ........

......... the Park Tool.

........./Park Tool?

......... the Park CT-5 .........

.......heavy duty Parktool..........

 

Just in case you missed the right answer!

 

BTW Park makes various models, from big sturdy workshop ones to small light trailside ones. Check their website.

[Sepia]

Purchased one. Thanks guys. Works like a charm.