
I need a new chain whip ( or pliers? Any thoughts on those ? )
Am slowly replacing my tool collection with park tool ( or other high end tools ). I saw that there is for some reason 3 different chain whips are on the park tool website.
On a side note, the second tool is SR-12.2, but surely that hasn’t been over 12 different designs?
by Willr2645
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I don’t know for sure but because of the name maybe the 12.2 has another type of chain (12 Speed drivetrains)? Why they would do that I don’t know. 🤷♀️
From the ParkTool website:
> The SR-18.2 Chain Whip securely engages 1/8″ fixed-gear sprockets and single-speed cassettes during the removal process, making it an essential tool for bike maintenance. The SR-18.2 also incorporates a 1″ box-end wrench to drive Park Tool Freewheel & Cassette Lockring Tools.
> The SR-2.3 is a sturdy, professional chain whip built for daily use. Securely holds all 7-to-13 speed road and mountain bike cassettes, including SRAM® eTap® AXS® & Shimano® XTR® 12-speed systems, as well as single-speed cassettes with a 3/32″ cog.
> The SR-12.2 Chain Whip holds cassettes in place for easy lockring removal, making it an essential tool for bike maintenance. Works on all 7-to-13 speed road and mountain bike cassettes, as well as single-speed cassettes with a 3/32″ cog. The SR-12.2 also incorporates a 1″ box-end wrench to drive Park Tool Freewheel & Cassette Lockring Tools.
If I were in the market today I’d prob get Pedro’s Pro Chain Whip II because it’s a little more versatile and the retention hook is a genuinely great little innovation on the classic whip. The handle looks less shitty than the previous version’s too, and that was the only meaningful weakness of that product.
Of these three, the SR-2.3 would get my vote, mostly because it has a great looking handle and would probably be the easiest to use.
I have a regular chain whip but for easier use I would like a chain plier. The whip is a little finicky when you’re also holding a cassette tool
I prefer these, much better
https://amzn.eu/d/6tt4ATZ