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Review on ๐Ÿšฒ Granite Stash Bicycle Chain Repair Tool Kit Set: Easy-to-Use Chain Splitter and Link Remover Stored in Handlebar - Lightweight and Utilitarian Design - Compatible with 9 to 12 Speed Chains by Bruce Marable

Revainrating 4 out of 5

Reliable tool - could use a better mount

Bought with a set of plugs. They are well made and I expect they will last a long time. The chain tool does not come with a quick release, but it does have convenient places for the two sides of the quick release to snap into the tool. I was a bit careful with the rubber band holding it to the tool, so I wrapped that area in duct tape as well. Note that you will need 3mm and 4mm hex keys to use the tool - 3mm will unscrew it from the handlebars, while 4mm will be used to tighten the chain disconnect bolt. I'm not sure why Granite didn't keep the same size for these two screws. A potential issue with this kit is the installation on the handlebars. As mentioned in other reviews, make sure you measure the inside diameter of your bars to ensure they will fit. The tool screws into your bars and compresses a large rubber cylinder (think 1/4 inch piece of rubber tubing). It works most of the time, but it's not possible to get a high torque value on the bolt to actually clamp it there. My torque wrench didn't even lock 1Nm before the rubber was fully compressed. Now the tool seems to be holding its place perfectly, but I'd like to see a better design that can work in the 4-5Nm range, for example. I find the rubber too thin - a thicker rubber cylinder might work better.

Pros
  • Annual trial period
Cons
  • There are nuances