R1500 for a campy chain breaker

[capeofstorms]

How ridiculous could this be. I saw it on CWC. Not ragging them, but just an observation on how stupid this sport of ours has become

[javadude]

It is crazy, although its just as expensive buying it from CRC. Park makes a cheaper alternative for under R500(CRC price).

[DJR]

They even make a really cool corkscrew for about the same price! Would you like to open a bottle of the finest French wine with a piece of Shimano steel, hell no! Pay your money with a smile and fix your Campy chain in style with a Campy tool that you can leave to your children in your will.

[David Marshall]

I have two. The one I use most I picked up on a Mr Price Sport markdown sale for R9-99 (I think the full price was around R100-00). It works like a dream but is a little big to carry in races. The other is a lighweight RavX which was R115-00. Not as firm as the Maxed one but works fine. The secret with this type of tool (and any other which works on threaded components - like a crank puller - is to oil the threads before use.

[javadude]

LOL, you can't join an 11 speed chain with a Mr Price chain tool.

[Caerus]

I saw a R300 Park Tool Bicycle Pizza cutter today

[CAAD4]

Tumbleweed has the Park pizza cutter. He has posted pics of it before.A great present for someone who has it all.

[DJR]

Park Tool also makes a set of braai tongs - just the thing for SA cyclists - who beleive in protein loading

[SL7]

There is a market out there for this......at least somebody thinks so.

[Mecnic]

Might aswell add my 2c

 

I do admit that R1550 is EXTREMELY pricey for a chain breaker, and in general campagnolo parts are over priced, but there are certain things to consider:

 

1: As taken from the Campagnolo website:

 

It is a unique tool that deforms the end of the pin to prevent the chain from breaking. This is a no compromise chain tool constructed from high quality parts designed in house at Campagnolo for that perfect fit and will last you a life time.

 

To install Campagnolo 11spd chain requires an unprecedented degree of precision. Which is why Campagnolo requires you to use their UT-CN300 chain tool for installation. By using the UT-CN300, the chain is perfectly stabilized, allowing you to install the Ultra Link with the exacting care the design demands.

 

2: If the chain fails and you land on your face, who bears the onus and ultimate responsibility for the chain failure, is it the mechanic using a generic chain breaker even though installation intructions state only the Campagnolo tool should be used, is it you the rider if you work on your own bikes?

 

To conclude I would say it is the responsibility of the shop, if they are willing to supply the groupset to you ultimately they should then have the correct tools to work on the parts they supply.

 

Just a few thoughts

[Christopher Brunsdon]

I saw a R300 Park Tool Bicycle Pizza cutter today

 

R300, my LBS had them for just over R100. Got the BBQ-3 for less than R200. Just needs the Pizza Cutter & Bottle opener ... wait, Christmas & me birthdays is soon ... must tell wife

[Shebeen]

It might last you a lifetime, but will 11 speed see the year 2040?

[javadude]

I agree with Mecnic, if you're a shop and sell Campy then you must use the right tool for the job.

 

Campy does seem to enjoy creating products that require special tools. I read that the new Power Torque cranks require a new special removal tool that no one has available yet. The tool looks like a glorified bearing puller.

[Mecnic]

I agree with Mecnic, if you're a shop and sell Campy then you must use the right tool for the job. Campy does seem to enjoy creating products that require special tools. I read that the new Power Torque cranks require a new special removal tool that no one has available yet. The tool looks like a glorified bearing puller.

 

After further investigation:

 

Park tools does make the tool required "peeining the head of the rivet"(Ct 11) this is however a specialist tool only for that purpose and will not press the chain pin in for that you need a normal 11 spd compatible chain breaker for that (CT 4.2 Master chain tool)

 

In regards to the ultra torque bearings Park tools to the rescue again they make the required puller and press (CBP-3)

 

 

Links to the Tools

 

CT 4.2

 

CT 11

 

CBP 3

 

Links to buy said tools

 

CBP 3

 

CT 11

 

Unfortunately can't seem to find the Park tool Ct 4.2 on CRC

 

Hope this post helps

[Mecnic]

R300, my LBS had them for just over R100. Got the BBQ-3 for less than R200. Just needs the Pizza Cutter & Bottle opener

 

 

P.S I am the proud owner of all 3 the above mentioned item, I even managed to get hold of the Park Tool Pint Glass now all I still nedd is the coffee mug and bar stool,

 

Call me obsessive

[javadude]

After further investigation:

 

 

In regards to the ultra torque bearings Park tools to the rescue again they make the required puller and press (CBP-3)

 

 

 

I saw that bearing puller on CRC. The tool I was talking about is different. The new 2011 Power Torque cranks are different to Ultra Torque, you actually need a tool to remove the left crank arm from the shaft. Have a look at this video, you'll see what I'm talking about towards the end of it(about 2:45):