Park Tool Lockring Shimano Chainrings Review

As a result of using this tool, I found that changing my Shimano Chainrings became a quick and easy task. It fits perfectly and had no issues with any bolts or threads. The tool is sturdy and made of high-quality materials. The only downside is that it may be a bit pricey for some customers, but the investment is well worth it for any serious cyclist.

Amazing tool for tightening the locking ring of Shimano XT cranks to spec as not included! Can be used with an adjustable wrench or a 36mm goose foot.

Perfect for removing Shimano Direct Mount chainrings but I wish there was more surface area where you insert the wrench. When using a parking key, only about half of the key engages the tool. So if you try to open a really stubborn lock ring, the wrench will easily slip off the tool. This resulted in the LRT-4's aluminum edges being measured and scraped off the key. I ended up buying the Shimano version of this tool because the wrench part is wider and more secure, so I use that to remove the…