Must have for 11 speed chains

Familiarity:

I've used it once or twice and have initial impressions

Does what it says. The quick link on my Dura Ace 11 speed chain is really stiff, this tool both removes and install the link. Not sure how I will install a 12speed XTR link on my Mtn bike if I ever need to repair on the trail. Holding the real wheel and stomping on the pedal is not going to be easy. Lets hope I never need to fix a chain when riding.

ronf

Easy To Use

Makes it super easy to take master links apart. A must need for your toolbox.

Chad Cordell

Park Tools

Familiarity:

I've used it once or twice and have initial impressions

Park Tools #1 tools, quality product and will last a life time. If you are a wrench turner like myself. On par with Craftsman or Snap-On

Don M.

Sturdy tool

Familiarity:

I've used it once or twice and have initial impressions

Does what it's meant to do and feel very high quality. Even though it's possible to undo a quick link without this tool, it's near impossible without the tool.

Niklas Hansen

Solid build

Familiarity:

I've used it once or twice and have initial impressions

Looks good, does what it’s supposed to.

Marcus K

Breaks the chain...in a good way.

Familiarity:

I've put it through the wringer

You can break a chain with pliers but this is perfect to pop a quick link and swap chains or pull it off to clean it. Won't wear this tool out.

DJ Redundant II

Master Link Pliers

Familiarity:

I've put it through the wringer

These are great to have in the shop. They release and rejoin quick/master links very easily. For the price I feel they are right in line with a simple specialty tool should cost. I recommended them to any one that works on their own bikes. A chain breaker tool will work as well, but these make the job much easier. These work on chain sizes from 7-8 speed all why to down to narrow 12 speed chains. With a wife and two kids that mountain bike as well as myself, I am fixing a chain on a regular basis. I just wish I bought a pair of these sooner.

Jeff J.

Stop using whatever you were using

Familiarity:

I've put it through the wringer

Get this tool. Easily pop powerlinks, thank yourself for having done so.

Craig L

For any tool box

Now that Shimano has gone back to quicklinks (to join SRAM), this is a must have for any tool box. Sure, you could technically use some needle nose pliers, but these arent too pricey and do the job well.

Peter N

Must Have

Familiarity:

I've put it through the wringer

Must have tool for anyone doing bike builds. Handy to have on hand to remove chains for cleaning, waxing, replacing, etc.

Todd

great tool!

Familiarity:

I've used it several times

its got one job! .... and it does it well! Great to have in your workbench in your garage for working on your chain. You can pop the master link off and put it back on in a jiffy! you will be happy you got these pliers!

JT Nebeker

A must have!

Familiarity:

I've used it several times

One of the most convenient tools you'll own if you run a master link on your chain. Solid construction from Park Tool, built to last. Would recommend!

Renzo B

love this tool

Familiarity:

I've put it through the wringer

I didn't have one of these for the longest time, and now that I do it makes everything so much easier. it can be used to pull a quick-link out, or to put a new quick-link in.

max cowley

Works perfect

Familiarity:

I've used it several times

I was tired of using needle nose pliers to open the master links, where I'd often times mar the link. These have one purpose, and they do it very well.

-kris

Using master links on your chain?

Familiarity:

I've used it several times

Then you need this ... as much as we like to say we can open and close master links with our bare hands, this tool makes it ever so much easier.

Steven Sheffield