Park Tool SBS-1 Socket and Bit Set

Rusts easily

Within 1 week, most components of this set had begun to show visible rust. I live in a high humidity area however, this set has not left an air conditioned environment since receipt. All parts are still functional but, I have concerns about longevity of this and the components it is used on. Otherwise, like all Park tools, good quality tool.

Pros: Functional with essential adapters

Cons: Visable rust within 1 week

Would Buy Again: Yes
Would Recommend: Yes

Reviewed on: July 18, 2012
Reviewed by: Gordon, Dubai

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Almost a full set

As others have stated, bikes require tork'n of 2 and 2.5 mm allens too - which this kit is missing. Nice quality otherwise albeit I think sockets should be 12 pt instead of 6 pt.

Pros: Bike specific

Cons: Not all of the typically required sizes come with set.

Would Buy Again: Yes
Would Recommend: Yes

Reviewed on: August 23, 2011
Reviewed by: cam o., Alberta

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If you're looking to start a toolkit for your bike, look no further. This will have all socket & bit sets you'll need to get started. I use this with my torque wrench when tightening down components.

Would Buy Again: Yes
Would Recommend: Yes

Reviewed on: August 07, 2011
Reviewed by: David L., Washington

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Great quality set

This set is very handy and very well made. 90% of my needs for torx/allen and hex are met with this set.

Pros: Super quality, conveninent

Reviewed on: July 20, 2011
Reviewed by: Michael R., Utah

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Good set that covers the majority of things need on my bike at least. A lot of bike specific sizes such as the torx sizes. The big socket will hold the park bb and lockring tools for use with a torque wrench.

Pros: Covers most everything.

Cons: none

Would Buy Again: Yes
Would Recommend: Yes

Reviewed on: July 12, 2011
Reviewed by: andrew t., Texas

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Used a lot, and works well.

I use this group of bits all the time with the Park Tool torque wrenches. Solid feel, everything you could want to cover all areas of the bike, and I also can use them on my European Car that uses metric parts as well which is a double bonus.

The bits, if stored in a garage, can become a bit on the rusty side, especially the sizes that aren't used as much as the others, but they still do their job nonetheless. I actually may order another set just for the travel box. Hang nicely on a peg board for easy access.

Pros: All sizes in one package and more, hangs nicely on peg board for easy access.

Cons: Become a bit rusty from non-use if stored in garage.

Would Buy Again: Yes
Would Recommend: Yes

Reviewed on: January 24, 2011
Reviewed by: Mark K., Texas

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I bought this to use with my TW-6 torque wrench and I really like it. The 10 and 8 mm allen bits fit most bottom brackets, it has a socket for cassette tools and centerlock rotors and the torx bits are a nice addition because I don't have another set so I can use them with a socket wrench or the torque wrench. It really has everything you need for the bike and the plastic board keeps everything organized.

Pros: Well made like most if not all park tools I've owned. Has everything you need for working on bike with a torque or socket wrench. Easy to keep organized, cheaper than you might expect.

Cons: None in my opinion

Would Buy Again: Yes
Would Recommend: Yes

Reviewed on: January 06, 2011
Reviewed by: David R., Pennsylvania

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Good kit for attaching to your tool board. Covenient with all your bits clearly visible and easy to store. What this set needs to acheive a 5/5 is the addition of a 2mm and a 2.5mm hex bit. Many components use these sizes and require specific torquing. It is a pity they are absent.

Pros: Strong, precise sizing and fit.

Cons: No 2mm and 2.5mm hex bits.

Would Buy Again: Yes
Would Recommend: Yes

Reviewed on: October 06, 2010
Reviewed by: Stuart P., International

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A well made socket set that works well with the torque wrench. Good tolerances, easy to use and easy to keep neat on the tool board.

Pros: Well made
Organiser keeps things neat

Would Buy Again: Yes
Would Recommend: Yes

Reviewed on: October 02, 2010
Reviewed by: Andrew R., British Columbia

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Great bit set

Great bit set. I use it with the TW-2 wrench and they work flawlessly. No rounded bits.

Pros: Well made. Durable.

Cons: Some bits occasionally come loose from holder if moving around in a toolbox.

Would Buy Again: Yes
Would Recommend: Yes

Reviewed on: September 30, 2010
Reviewed by: Santiago M., Lincoln, NE

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This set gives you just about every size bit/socket you would need to assemble and maintain your bike. Durable and not super expensive.

Would Buy Again: Yes
Would Recommend: Yes

Reviewed on: September 15, 2010
Reviewed by: Andrew K.

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You can't go wrong with Park tools. This is a really useful set with all the sizes you are likely to need, and the plastic rack keeps everything organized.

Pros: Everything you need in one set

Cons: None

Would Buy Again: Yes
Would Recommend: Yes

Reviewed on: September 15, 2010
Reviewed by: Robert C., Massachusetts

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Great set of socket to go with my torque wrench. Has made a huge difference in the ease of my basic matinance and assembly.

Pros: Size selection, easy to organize

Cons: Pricey compared to non bike specific sets

Would Buy Again: Yes
Would Recommend: Yes

Reviewed on: September 11, 2010
Reviewed by: Keith H., Massachusetts

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High quality set of bits from Park Tool. I have one other socket from a hardware store and the rounded edges of the ends of the bits with this set make them much easier to use and less likely to catch a screw at an awkward angle.

Pros: quality metal, durable.

Cons: bit expensive.

Would Buy Again: Yes
Would Recommend: Yes

Reviewed on: September 07, 2010
Reviewed by: Nicholas G., Illinois

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