Park Tool Master Link Pliers MLP-1.2

I had gotten by without any master link pliers for a long time, like most people who buy this, but I finally gave in and purchased one. br>br>Every time I took a chain off, I'd have a hard time removing the master link and take my frustrations out on my wife, which would result in her kicking my ass and me crying in the bathroom, waiting for the cops to arrive so I could tell them how my 120-pound wife whipped my ass, but conveniently leave out the part about me starting the fight. Please don't make any assumptions about me. In any case, this could happen to you as well. br>br> So, for the sake of yourself and your spouse/roommate/dog/whatever, stop "getting by" without it. You'll kick yourself for not getting a master link sooner the next time you need to remove a chain with one. It could save you from being beaten up and having to explain why your nose is bleeding again to the cops.

Karter Cobb

| Sep 12, 2021

I've switched to waxing my chain with paraffin and PTFE powder (which is super clean and awesome), so I need to be able to take it on and off on a regular basis. Connex Master Links are said to be the best because they can lock and unlock without the use of any tools. However, numerous bike mechanics have warned me not to mix one brand of Master Links chain with another, as this can result in failure and accidents. I'm not sure if this is true, but I'm not interested in finding out. The Connex Master links appear to be longer than the KMC "Missing Link" and other chain links. I'm not sure if it matters, but my gut tells me not to. As a result, this Park tool is required. br>br> The KMC Missing Link can be locked and unlocked with your hands, but it's a real pain. KMC produces two types of tools: one for unlocking and the other for locking. This is a little ridiculous when you can get this Park tool for less money than the two KMC tools, and.

. IT PERFECTLY LOCKS AND UNLOCKS THE MASTER LINK. br>br>So, if you have any brand of chain with a Master Link (other than Connex, which doesn't require a tool), this is the tool to have; it's well designed, sturdy, and, as I mentioned, works quickly and flawlessly. Do not be hesitant to purchase it.

Oakley Parks

| Nov 10, 2021

I was on the verge of passing up this opportunity. For years, I've been removing master links with my fingers, but for some reason, I felt compelled to purchase a new bike tool. This is something I really enjoy. Is it something I could do without? Yes, most likely- However, if you're looking at a tool like this, you probably already have 5 or 6 things in your basement or garage (ahem, with wheels and saddles) that you "could" live without, so what's the point? The nice thing about these little pliers is that you can finally get a master link on without letting go of the chain and having to fish it out of the front derailleur for the third time while thinking about how tight your knees are getting from crouching and whether you should have brought over that old patio chair with the cracked leg you still have for some reason. Today is a good day to clean your bike. Now you know that you can remove your chain in about 3 seconds, soak it in degreaser for a few minutes, and clean around those tiny pulleys- People will begin to suspect that you are constantly changing your drivetrain. Is this tool going to boost your power output by 5 watts? No. Will you have more time to spend with your family as a result of this? Yea. Justified, to say the least.

Nalani Strong

| Apr 01, 2021

I'm not a fan of master links on racing chains, but they appear to be the norm with Shimano Ultegra 11-speed chains. I'm old school, and as a bike shop and race support mechanic "back in the day," I replaced hundreds of chains. I only recently began riding an 11-speed with a Cannondale SuperSix Evo that I purchased in late 2018 as a training bike to replace an older Giant TCL that was a retired race bike; I always have spare chains, but they are all 10 spd, so I had to purchase a replacement for the Cannondale. Using the master link was a breeze thanks to this tool - It'll cost you a lot less than trying to install it without a machine learning tool - which I attempted to do. Plus, the tool looks great in my bike tool chest! It's not cheap, but it's also not outrageously expensive for a high-quality tool, so I'm glad I spent the money. There are some knockoffs that are less expensive. off-brands, but based on my experience with Park tools, I believe they are generally of good quality and will last a long time.

Lucille Cook

| Feb 21, 2021

I've never felt the need for a fancy, specialized tool to join or remove master links, so chain pliers have never been a part of my toolkit. Master links were phased out of motorcycle chains years ago; the new style master links used on bicycle chains are a little tougher, but not by much. I bought these silly things because I'm working on a bicycle project that requires a lot of chain ring changes, and I figured they'd come in handy. br>br>Wow, I'm kicking myself for not purchasing these when bicycles switched to the newer, clipless style master links. What was once a minor annoyance is now almost instantaneous and painless, thanks to the removal of a link (i. e. Yesterday, I did the same thing (removed the master link, broke a chain link out, and reinstalled the master link) with only a little more effort than setting up and putting away my tools. I bought the Park pliers because I have a lot of Park tools and they're all great, but another brand might be just as good and a little less expensive. If you work on your own bike, a set of chain pliers is money well spent, regardless of which brand you choose. If you're undecided about which brand to buy (like me), spend a little more money and get the Parks.

Selah Ball

| Feb 02, 2021