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Reddit mentions of Topeak Universal Chain Tool
Sentiment score: 2
Reddit mentions: 2
We found 2 Reddit mentions of Topeak Universal Chain Tool. Here are the top ones.
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An excellent value in a basic do-it-all chain tool.Extra chain pins hide inside chain tool handle (Chain pins are not included)Sculpted CrMo head fits comfortably in handIntegrated chain hook holds links during assembly. Chain Pin BreakerThis 2-piece cast CrMo chain tool features a hollow removable handle which can be slipped over a small Allen wrench to provide extra leverage.
Specs:
| Color | Silver |
| Height | 0.5905511805 Inches |
| Length | 3.2677165321 Inches |
| Number of items | 15 |
| Release date | July 2011 |
| Size | 3.3 x 1.7 x 0.6-Inch |
| Weight | 0.18077905484 Pounds |
| Width | 1.6929133841 Inches |
Some derailleurs allow the cage (that's the name of the metal part the chain is suppose to go through) to be broken through a Phillips screw.
If this is not the case, you will have to break the chain, pass it through, and reconnect it again. I highly recommend you use a chain link (check if your chain is 8 speed, 9 speed, etc and buy the respective link) and a chain breaker. It is not complicated, you can do it.
For maintenance or technical question I recommend the good people of /r/bikewrench. Good luck.
It is easy, takes only a few seconds but you need a chain tool (this one is good for $10) unless your chain has quick links (pretty much no new bikes come like this, I wouldn't even bother checking).
Or some cycling multitools come with a built in chain tool.
Joining the chain back together after is also easy, but only if you have a quick link, the other ways are much trickier and easy to screw up, so I'd suggest getting one if you plan to do this (they cost about $10 for a pack of six on Amazon or you can buy individual ones from local bike shop for $3-4). Just make sure to get one that matches the number of speeds your bike has at the rear (i.e. 6/7/8 speed, 9 speed, 10 speed or 11 speed)