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Removing a cassette without a chain whip

I needed to replace my bicycle's cassette, but I couldn't find my chain whip tool.

Did not work

Wrapping the cassette in a towel and trying to hold by hand (similar to this guy using a leather glove).

Did work

Putting together a makeshift chain whip with an old chain and vice grips.

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(It didn't occur to me to take a photo until after, so the photo is staged, with the new cassette and chain...)

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