[Closed] Anyone using a SWAT chain tool?

That's a no, then? 🙁

Had them on my bikes for 6 months but I've never had to use it yet. XX1/X01 chains don't like snapping.

As above, got one, never needed to use it. Was a bit scared of undoing it from the top cap incase the headset fell apart 😳

Does it work as a headset bung too then? If you needed to tighten your headset could you do it? (Not that I've ever had to do that on a ride since the days of quill stems.)

Does it work as a headset bung too then?

Pretty sure it's meant to work that way. Set your HS up, tighten the stem bolts and then off you go. In theory, you should be able to ride without the topcap/adjuster in place once the stem bolts are done up.

Thanks so far....would be good to know if anyone's actually used one as a chain tool, though! (Especially on 11spd)

[quote=CaptainFlashheart ]Does it work as a headset bung too then?
Pretty sure it's meant to work that way. Set your HS up, tighten the stem bolts and then off you go. In theory, you should be able to ride without the topcap/adjuster in place once the stem bolts are done up.
Aye, but can it be used to pre-tension the headset or do you have to do that with another SFN/bung, then do up the stem, then remove it and then insert the SWAT?

Looks like the bolt is long enough to go all the way through the tool, and then screw into a bung/sfn.

Mount Zoom allen keys and chain tool weigh about 100gms and look far more usable than these.

They do look good, but what I like about this is that it's one less thing to carry. My ideal kit to carry in a pocket/saddlebag would be a tiny allen key set (I have a Birzman one that's great!), two tyre levers, tube and Park patches. Having a chain tool (A rarely needed thing, hopefully!) just sitting there out of the way seems a good idea to me.

Is it any good as a chaintool though?

That's what I'm hoping to find out! 😀

I reckon that, if I had one, I might try it on a spare/old bit of chain before having to rely on it "in the field". If only someone on here had one and could let us know....

Not seen that Mt Zoom tool, that looks excellent, I always keep a tube and CO2 inflator attached to my seatpost, may add one of those as well!

while we're talking chain tools, can anyone recommend one for the workshop that will stand up to use more than a few times. Ive tried Ice tools and some no names but they rarely cope well with big lumps of SS chains. DO I have to go Park or go home?

Not so tempted by that, but I do like [url= http://www.bikerumor.com/2014/08/11/sneak-peek-crankpump-plays-hide-the-inflator-bottom-bracket-mounted-co2/ ]this[/url] co2 inflator thing that pops into a HT2 crank.

Stoner - Ive got a superstar 'workshop' one and its been excellent.

http://www.superstarcomponents.com/en/chain-breaker-mid-size-pro-quality.htm

DO I have to go Park or go home?

The meaty Park one is excellent, what the LBS use, never wear out.

I use a Topeak Hexus 11 multitool for personal use, despite what it says I've used it on 11 speed chains with no bother, never had a problem.

Superstar tools do seem pretty good for the money though if you want something standalone.

I use a Topeak Hexus 11 multitool for personal use, despite what it says I've used it on 11 speed chains with no bother, never had a problem.

That's handy to know. Had mine for 4-5 years, and was wondering if it would need updating when I switch to 11sp.

Ive tried one which Im sure came from the same factory as that SSC one - and it couldnt cope with a SS chain.

Im usually not ham-fisted either. The rivet never seemed to line up with the drifting pin.

[url= http://www.topeak.com/products/Homeshop-Tools/all_speeds_chain_tool_2014 ]Topeak[/url] always seem decent for chain tools. I guess this is their workshop model:

[url= http://www.evanscycles.com/products/topeak/chain-tool-all-speeds-up-to-11-speed-ec065804 ]£23 @ Evans

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cheers Jamie, that looks like a goer. Its a different design I want to try rather than run the risk of just getting different brands off the same production line.

EDIT: Although it looks like for the same money I can lay my hands on the Park Tool one...

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Park-Tool-CT3-2-Chain-Splitter-Tool-For-5-11-Single-Speed-Chains-CT-3-2-/221541569290?pt=UK_SportsLeisure_Cycling_BikeLocks_SR&hash=item3394e8130a

I think I might treat myself...

It seems that the SWAT tool does work as a preload cap too, reading between the lines

http://www.specialized.com/us/en/ftb/bike-swat-technology/mtb-swat-technology/top-cap-chain-tool#features