Park Tool SR-1 Chain Whip

Works on 10 speeds

Really no substitute when you need one. This works well and reasonable priced

Would Buy Again: Yes
Would Recommend: Yes

Reviewed on: January 03, 2013
Reviewed by: Rich A., New Jersey

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Park Chain whip tool

Essential piece for your tool kit for removing cassettes.

Pros: Nicely contructed, durable with nice handle

Cons: none

Would Buy Again: Yes
Would Recommend: Yes

Reviewed on: December 25, 2012
Reviewed by: jon g., Oregon

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It's a Park product, it works

Would Buy Again: Yes
Would Recommend: Yes

Reviewed on: April 04, 2012
Reviewed by: John , Oregon

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Works well on all my wheels, except the fixie. 8speed+ cassettes and freewheels only.

Would Buy Again: Yes
Would Recommend: Yes

Reviewed on: January 10, 2012
Reviewed by: Matthew M., North Carolina

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Good Tool

You can't go wrong with this one.

Pros: Quality.

Cons: None.

Would Buy Again: Yes
Would Recommend: Yes

Reviewed on: August 16, 2011
Reviewed by: Joseph B., SE Portland

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Park Quality

a necessary tool to remove lock ring on cassette. yes, you could build your own for cheaper, but only if you don't consider the value of your time. i also use mine to open beer bottles.

Pros: made by Park Tools

Cons: none

Would Buy Again: Yes
Would Recommend: Yes

Reviewed on: August 02, 2011
Reviewed by: Tory S., California

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Necessary to remove Cassette. Worked as advertized. Had no problems using it to take off my cassette which had dug into my freehub.

Pros: Works very well.

Cons: pricier version

Would Buy Again: Yes
Would Recommend: Yes

Reviewed on: July 10, 2011
Reviewed by: andrew t., Texas

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Solid & inexpensive tool that lasts a lifetime...must have for regular adjustment, changing cogs etc...

Pros: Solid build
Price
Necessary for regular bike work

Would Buy Again: Yes
Would Recommend: Yes

Reviewed on: May 18, 2011
Reviewed by: Hector S., New York

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Whip-tastic Park Chain Whip!

This chain whip is super-burly and definitely gets the job done. I have used it on everything from my 1/8" single speed rear to 10 speed cassettes. No fear of breakage with this super-duty Park chain whip! The nice long lever arm is great too!

Pros: Extra Tough
Gets the job done

Would Buy Again: Yes
Would Recommend: Yes

Reviewed on: April 22, 2011
Reviewed by: James, Oklahoma

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This is the best chain whip out there. The length is great. The hex end in a plus. Made to last.

Pros: Quality, Durable, Great Length, Hex End

Would Buy Again: Yes
Would Recommend: Yes

Reviewed on: January 13, 2011
Reviewed by: Mark G.

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well made chain whip. i use all the time changing ss cogs on my xc race bike. works great

Pros: well designed, works well time after time

Would Buy Again: Yes
Would Recommend: Yes

Reviewed on: December 12, 2010
Reviewed by: Alan J., California

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My experience with Park Tools has been that they are well made for the job at hand. This chain whip is a good example of a solid basic tool. Nothing fancy, it just works

Pros: Good tool

Cons: None

Would Buy Again: Yes
Would Recommend: Yes

Reviewed on: October 18, 2010
Reviewed by: Terry T., Hawaii

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Does a simple job well with good tolerances. Have not tried it on a 10 speed cassette. Hex end is good for bottom bracket cup tool.

Pros: Does the job
Hex works well on bottom bracket cup tool

Cons: Could round the edge of the handle to make it more comfortable to grip

Would Buy Again: Yes
Would Recommend: Yes

Reviewed on: October 01, 2010
Reviewed by: Andrew R., British Columbia

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Strong tool, Handy Hex Opening

Tool works well for it's intended purpose. Hex opening for free wheel remover comes in handy.

Pros: Handy hex opening for remover.

Cons: Poor ergonomics.

Would Buy Again: Yes
Would Recommend: Yes

Reviewed on: September 15, 2010
Reviewed by: Santiago M., Lincoln, NE

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Simple design and quality materials. This tool is a must if you switch your own cassettes or take your cassette off for a good cleaning. Just place the short fixed chain on one of your middle sprockets and wrap the loose chain around the same sprocket. Hold onto the bar while you turn your cassette lock ring tool. Done!!

Pros: Simple design, quality materials.

Cons: The chain used seems to be a 8 or 9 speed width. It will work with a 10 speed cassette but be careful to get the chain whip lined up parallel with the sprocket.

Would Buy Again: Yes
Would Recommend: Yes

Reviewed on: September 14, 2010
Reviewed by: Chris M., Indiana

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The SR-1 is a convenient tool to have laying around. Without it, you won't be changing your own cassettes. Having an SR-1 and a FR-5 or FR-5G allows me to change my own cassette before races or for a special ride. The SR-1 has a nice, long arm on it so you can get some pretty good leverage on even the most stubborn lockring.

Would Buy Again: Yes
Would Recommend: Yes

Reviewed on: September 08, 2010
Reviewed by: Aaron, Portland, OR

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Buy once & forget about it

It does the job so I can get onto other things. There may be cheaper ones out there, but this one will probably outlast 'em. The wrench end is super-handy because it fits the cassette lockring tool.

Would Buy Again: Yes
Would Recommend: Yes

Reviewed on: September 03, 2010
Reviewed by: MileHighMark, Colorado

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a lot heftier than i imagined, but for a chain whip, that's definitely a good thing. wrench is kind pointless, but for what it is, it performs very well.

Would Buy Again: Yes
Would Recommend: Yes

Reviewed on: September 01, 2010
Reviewed by: Jesse V., Maryland

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Essential

If you work on your bikes at all, you better have one in your tool kit too. I once paid someone to remove my cassette and that was embarrassing. Why? Could've chain whip and cassette remover for the service price. Do yourself a favor and spend the extra money on this version with the coating around the handle, you're palms will thank you for it.

Pros: Cassette removal is a snap

Would Buy Again: Yes
Would Recommend: Yes

Reviewed on: September 01, 2010
Reviewed by: TD, California

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