IMHO, with todays light weight components torque is very critical and a torque wrench is one tool that's a must have for anyone who owns and works on their bikes.
I like the Park Tool TW-6.2 3/8" Ratcheting Torque Wrench for its clean, simple design. The storage case is just another added bonus to store inside of when not in use or traveling.
Some might say Park Tools are a little on the pricey side but the quality is superior and definitely an excellent investment in comparison to replacing those over tightened; now damaged, expensive light weight components we all want on our bikes.
Park Tool Torque Wrench is the same high quality I expected from all their products. Works great for applying proper torque to cassettes.
I use this to properly properly tighten all the fasteners on my bike without any possible damage. This is a very attractive and well made wrench, and easy to use. All of the Park Tool products are a little pricey but the quality is superior. You get what you are paying for. With proper use this wrench should last a long time.
Ratcheting, easy to set torque settings, and high quality build. Like almost all Park tools.
There really aren't any other alternatives to this torque wrench. I've looked and tried, but none comes close to delivering the quality, ease of use, stability, and most of all the range this TW-6.2 provides.
I had the smaller version 2-12nm of this wrench, which is a workhorse for me, and always works perfectly. I also have had lesser brand wrenches both in the low, and high torque range which are not reliable. I saw this one on sale and pounced. I prefer the Park Tool design because they are easy to set precisely, and they have a distinct click when appropriate torque reached. I have seen people destroy carbon frames doing this incorrectly.
I use this torque range on bottom brackets, cassettes, and brake rotors, which isn't something I do a ton of. I gave this wrench a high-value rating, despite its price because of the high quality and design, which is superior to others I have used. Just get the Park Tool and be done with it instead of buying junk you have to replace, like I did.
Reasonable price, quick delivery. I typically take my bike to my favorite bike shop but have been trying to do minor repairs myself. This torque wrench will allow me to do minor things such as changing a rear cassette.
Nice Ratchet works well and will last a lifetime!
Excellent torq wrench for crankset type torque, too big for smaller applications - came with good case for travelstorage
Is this any better or worse than a substitute that you could get at a local auto parts store? Depends on what your expectations are for longevity, and having it work well when you really need it. What Park Tool brings to the game is exactly that consistency. There's always a cheaper alternative when you're looking at Park, but what's the cost of damaged parts (maybe body parts) if you don't the torque you expected?
This is a high-quality Park Tool product. It's easy to dial in the torque you want, and it's easy tell when you've attained the specified torque on your fastener.
Use to torque parts on my Cannondale carbon F29
I needed this wrench to reinstall a cassette, disc brake rotors, along with a crank arm. Worked perfectly. The only thing to watch for is the 38 drive and the sockets needed.
Perfect tool for those bolts on the bike with torque specs. I no longer have to stress about damaging my carbon or aluminum parts. Easy to set and give me peace of mind.
Awesome quality and easy adjustment.
Use in conjunction with any of the Park tool Free Wheel removal tool products and you have an accurate, reliable method for your torque needs.
Case in Point. 75 mile ride through so. ca. hills. Cassette begins to sound like a popcorn machine. Problem Factory installed cassette loose. Sram Red 25-11 cog set. Answer TW-6 with the FR-5 to successfully torque Free Wheel lock ring accurately to 40nm.
Result Quiet
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A great torque wrench for the heavier duty work of suspension, crank bolts and the like. You definitely need the smaller, lower torque unit as well, so you're in for a good investment. However frames, particularly carbon frames, are VERY expensive to ruin.....so cheap in that light.
