Chain link remover tool

[meddyliol]

Can anyone recommend an inexpensive tool for removing a chain? (Preferably under £8). I made the mistake of buying this one (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/321894344259?_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649&ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT). The chain would not go in the slot and even if it did, the pin to drive it out is nowhere near centre. I am now looking at something like this (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Bike-Bicy...004664?hash=item2cc0129678:g:-dQAAOSwSlBY3NRF).

Any help would be greatly appreciated. Unfortunately, I live out in the sticks in Ayrshire so have no bike shops handy.

Thanks

Brian

 

[Pale Rider]

Park Tools mini-brute is a tenner and will stand up to workshop use.

https://www.evanscycles.com/park-ct...esvaid=50080&gclid=CO7biePin9QCFfUW0wodjbIOBg

 

[meddyliol]

Thanks, it seems that it will only do a 1/8" chain, mine is 3/32".

 

[DaveReading]

Thanks, it seems that it will only do a 1/8" chain, mine is 3/32".

It says: Compatibility: 1/8” single-speed and 5 to 12-speed derailleur chains.

 

[meddyliol]

Sorry, as I'm not an expert I don't really know the difference. Does that mean it will do a 3/32" chain? Again, sorry for my ignorance.

 

[DaveReading]

Chains used with derailleurs are 3/32".

 

[meddyliol]

OK, we live and learn (sometimes)

 

[Pale Rider]

Chain widths is a topic in itself, but I can confirm the Park Tools mini brute works fine, probably on every chain, but certainly on the various speeds I've tried it on.

Most quality chain tools will be the same.

What is required is a bit of technique, I'm no expert but have succeeded with each break and join I've tried.

 

[Heltor Chasca]

The little Topeak tools are fairly adaptable across a number of different speed chains. Pretty accurate for the price range and small enough to go in a touring tool bag without being noticed.

 

[slowmotion]

I've got a Park CT5, as mentioned above. It works really well. My only advice would be to keep the instructions handy. I always forget which slot to use for different operations.

 

[Pale Rider]

I've got a Park CT5, as mentioned above. It works really well. My only advice would be to keep the instructions handy. I always forget which slot to use for different operations.

Good point, which slot to use is what I would describe as semi-intuitive.

Presumably, other chain tools are the same in that respect.

 

[Cycleops]

I'm a sucker for multi tools. This is a Crank Bros. one with a chain link remover incorporated. Works very well. About £25 if I remember correctly.

 

[mjr]

Chains used with derailleurs are 3/32".

Well, 5-8 speed derailleurs use 3/32" chain mostly. More speeds usually means thinner chain.

 

[mjr]

The little Topeak tools are fairly adaptable across a number of different speed chains. Pretty accurate for the price range and small enough to go in a touring tool bag without being noticed.

Topeak Super Chain Tool is lighter than the Park one and includes 5 and 6mm hex keys.

 

[Yellow Saddle]

Whichever one you buy, read the instructions before using.