Park Tool HCW-16 Pedal Wrench/Chain Whip

Chain whip

solid tool to have in your kit

Would Buy Again: Yes
Would Recommend: Yes

Reviewed on: April 06, 2013
Reviewed by: Jesse R., Oregon

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Doesn't work great as a pedal wrench since the material is so thin, but serves it's purpose well as a chain whip.

Would Buy Again: Yes
Would Recommend: Yes

Reviewed on: July 08, 2011
Reviewed by: MC, Colorado

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For years, I used the Park SR-1 chain whip. That's a great tool, but it's pretty big (tall) and bulky. As I found myself traveling to races and needing/wanting to pack my tools a bit more compactly, I shelled out for the HCW-16, and I am happy.

This doesn't have a coated handle, but I've not found that to be an issue--just put on a glove or wrap it with a towel. Changing a cassette is easy and fast with this tool.

If you only need a chain whip for your workshop, get the SR-1. If you'll ever travel with it, get this one.

Pros: Significantly smaller than the SR-1. Cheaper, too.

Cons: No coated handle.

Would Buy Again: Yes
Would Recommend: Yes

Reviewed on: June 28, 2011
Reviewed by: eric b., Wyoming

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Useful combo tool. Saves money by not having to buy a pedal wrench and chain separately. Chain whip has an excellent grip on cogs. Wrench loosens even the tightest pedals.

Pros: Easy to use

Cons: none

Would Buy Again: Yes
Would Recommend: Yes

Reviewed on: February 28, 2011
Reviewed by: Richard B., New York

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chain whip

It works better than an old piece of chain and some vice grips.

Pros: Park tools last forever.

Cons: It costs more than an old piece of chain.

Would Buy Again: Yes
Would Recommend: Yes

Reviewed on: February 01, 2011
Reviewed by: sheila, Oregon

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A necessary tool for any home mechanic. Plus, the wrench end can be used to remove pedals.

Would Buy Again: Yes
Would Recommend: Yes

Reviewed on: September 12, 2010
Reviewed by: Matthew B., Oregon

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Chain whip

Works great, and worth having

Pros: Does the job

Cons: none

Would Buy Again: Yes
Would Recommend: Yes

Reviewed on: September 01, 2010
Reviewed by: Kyle W., Oregon

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