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05-23-20, 08:51 AM

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Originally Posted by WorldIRC

So I carry a chain breaker; however, the R8000 has a quick link on it. My understanding is a quick link still requires a special pair of pliers.

So if I break down, do I just break the chain as I normally would?

Wolftooth Pack Pliers. They have storage for extra links and can be used a tire levers. A little expensive but a very good tool. There are also plastic ones out there. Lighter and cheaper but not by much. Also not as durable. I

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