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GRANIT™ PLUS 470 MAXIMUM PROTECTION AGAINST A WIDE VARIETY OF BIKE THEFT TECHNIQUES Stop thieves in their tracks: the GRANIT™ Plus 470 U-Lock offers superb protection against attempts to remove the lock by hitting or pulling. Do you need to leave your high-value bicycle in locations such as railway stations where the risk of theft is high? Then the GRANIT™ Plus 470 U-Lock is your ideal companion: the ABUS Power Cell technology offers superlative protection against attempts to remove the lock by hitting or pulling. The shackle, the body and the load-bearing parts of the locking mechanism are manufactured from specially hardened steel. It also features the picking-resistant Plus disc cylinder. This combination has earned the GRANIT™ Plus 470 acclaim in a wide variety of tests, with seals of approval from OSIMZ (Russia) and test institutes in Finland, Sweden, Denmark, Norway and the United Kingdom. - Hardened 15/32" parabolic shackle - ABUS Power Cell technology provides outstanding protection against attempts to remove the lock by hitting or pulling - The shackle, the body and the load-bearing parts of the locking mechanism are manufactured from specially hardened steel - Automatic cover to protect the keyhole from contamination and corrosion

The Steel-O-Chain™ 9809K Chain Lock provides great protection against theft with an XPlus locking cylinder specially developed by ABUS The ABUS XPlus cylinder built into the lock body is even more picking-resistant than its predecessor and offers excellent protection against manipulation of the bicycle lock. The 9-millimetre square chain as well as the housing and structural parts of the locking mechanism are made of specially hardened steel. The lock has been awarded ABUS security level 12 out of 15. In order to protect the paintwork on the bike in the long run, the steel chain is covered with a textile sleeve. Even the keyhole has a cover to protect it from dirt and corrosion. Well secured, your bike can be parked with no worries. - 9mm strong square chain - The chain, housing, and structural parts of the locking mechanism are made of hardened steel - ABUS Plus Cylinder - Automatic keyhole cover to prevent corrosion and the ingress of dirt

Compact and lightweight, ABUS' high-security Granit Plus 640 U-Lock is capable of locking around reinforced parking meters. The 640 features a 12mm special hardened-steel round shackle that retains its flexibly to offer great protection again crowbar attacks. The upgraded locking mechanism bolts 4 times into the lock body (2 times per shackle side) to provide excellent protection against twisting/torsion/cutting attacks, while still offering great feel and comfort when locking. - Excellent corrosion resistance - Shackle double bolts in lock body - Shackle, case and supporting elements of the locking mechanism are made of special hardened steel - Very intensive use of special weight-optimized alloy and light materials - Soft-touch coating feels good in the hand and protects paint job from damage - ABUS Plus cylinder offers high protection against picking - ABUS Code Card provided for easy key replacement, re-ordering - Mechanism Type: Key - Diameter: 12 mm - Shackle Shape: Round - Shackle Height: 230 mm - Shackle Width Inner: 8.3 cm - 2 keys are supplied with the lock - 1 LED-lighted key are supplied with the lock

THE BEST OF BOTH WORLDS The Hyban 2.0 combines a particularly robust hard shell with a huge air intakes. In combination with the integrated, bright LED rear light, the Hyban 2.0 is the perfect everyday helmet for the city. - ABS hard shell: Robust helmet made of EPS foam and injection molded outer shell - High visibility: High visibility thanks to powerful integrated LEDs - Bug mesh: Full protection from insects - Ponytail compatibility: Perfect fit for people with long hair - Full-ring: Adjustable ring connected to adjustment system enclosing all of the head - Excellent ventilation with 5 air inlets and 8 air outlets - Zoom Ace Urban: Finely adjustable adjustment system with handy adjustment wheel for customisable fit - Large, highly mounted and integrated LED tail light with 180° visibility

FOR MORE SAFETY The ABUS MoDrop MIPS can handle any terrain and any riding style and always leaves you wanting more. The mountain bike helmet is the best companion for big mountain days, experiences on the trail or just leisurely family outings. Equipped with our MTB-specific adjustment system and TriVider webbing distributors, this helmet offers many features that make it more comfortable to wear. The height-adjustable, visor-like visor protects you from hanging branches when riding downhill. In the event of a fall, it can also prevent direct impact with the face. Additional safety is provided by the MIPS impact protection. This is intended to protect the brain, especially if the cyclist's head hits the ground at an angle during a fall. In a fall, the brain is exposed to strong rotational movements that can lead to severe brain injuries. With MIPS, a movable low-friction plastic shell is integrated into the helmet to ensure that rotation is reduced and the head is better protected. - Multi-Shell In-Mould for a permanent bond between the outer shell and the shock-absorbing helmet material (EPS) - Zoom Ace MTB: Height-adjustable adjustment system to fit the head circumference - Ponytail compatibility: Helmet well suited for ponytail wearers - Laterally adjustable, non-slip TriVider webbing distributor - Molded lower shell for added durability - QUIN ready—easy upgrade with the separately available QUIN chip for fall detection - GoggFit: Device that allows a pair of goggles to be fixed to the helmet when the athlete doesn't need them while riding - MIPS: Impact protection that protects the brain, especially when the cyclist's head hits the ground at an angle during a fall. - Ventilation: excellent ventilation for this helmet type due to 6 air inlets and 8 air outlets - Bug mesh: thorough protection against insects

PROFESSIONAL TECHNOLOGY FOR BEGINNERS The Viantor is the high-quality and lightweight helmet for beginners in which we have used many proven technologies from the professional sport. Let yourself be convinced by a high-quality and safe helmet, which has the advantages of a professional race helmet. For maximum safety, the Viantor has the ActiCage structural reinforcement integrated in the EPS. It provides maximum protection while ensuring optimal ventilation and extreme comfort. The ActiCage allows for large ventilation openings without compromising on the helmet's safety. Due to its ponytail compatibility, the Viantor from ABUS is the first choice for riders with long hair. Multi Shell In-Mold for durable bonding of multi-part outer shell and shock-absorbing helmet material (EPS) - Ponytail compatibility: Helmet well suited for braided hairstyles - Good ventilation with 4 air inlets and 14 air outlets connected with flow channels - Semi-enclosing plastic ring connected to the adjustment system for optimum stability and form-fitness - ActiCage: Structural reinforcement integrated in the EPS to optimize stability - Zoom Ace: Fine-adjustable adjustment system with non-slip adjustment wheel for individual fit

BORDO™ 6000K FOCUS ON SECURITY, HANDLING AND FLEXIBILITY Place your trust in the quality of a classic model: The BORDO™ 6000K folding lock offers good theft protection in an easy to use package. The BORDO 6000K Folding Lock features six 5 mm steel bars connected with special drill resistant rivets, which fold together into an easy to transport package. This is familiar territory for ABUS – the locks in the ABUS Bordo family have gained a reputation as true classics whose functionality has nevertheless yet to be surpassed. This is a variant that can be opened by one key. Made of specially hardened steel, the bars and housing offer high resistance. At the same time, the high-quality ABUS XPlus cylinder provides particularly high protection, e.g. against picking. The soft coating provides protection against paint scratches. It also makes the lock easy to grip. The "Made in Germany" quality has garnered international awards. - 5 mm bars with extra-soft yet resistant coating to prevent damage to paintwork - The bars and lock body are made of specially hardened steel - Bars are connected by special drill resistant rivets - ABUS XPlus cylinder for extremely high protection against manipulation, e.g. picking - SH holder incl.

BORDO™ 6000C LED THE CLASSIC BORDO WITH OPENING CODE AND LIGHT Never be left in the dark again. The BORDO™ 6000C LED can be used to illuminate the combination set window. This way, you can unlock the bike lock at night if there is limited light. The BORDO™ 6000 has become a real classic over the years - the clever design has won friends all over the world with its high level of security, flexibility and compact size. The 5 mm bars connected with specially designed drill resistant rivets can be folded for easy transport. The BORDO™ 6000C LED adds another member to the BORDO™ 6000 family. The C in the product name indicates that this is a combo lock with code. The integrated LED light gives you enough light to see the set numbers even in the darkest locations. Is there need to worry that the numbers might wear off or fade over time? Not at all - the numbers are not printed. Instead, we produce the code dials from two durable components that guarantee long-term readability. - 5 mm thick bars, extra-soft coating to prevent damage to paintwork - The bars and the housing are made of specially hardened steel - Bars are connected by special rivets - Integrated LED lamp for illuminating the code dials - A CR1220 button battery to power the LED lamp is included - Two-component code dials ensures long-lasting legibility - Opening code can be set individually

BORDO™ 6000K FOCUS ON SECURITY, HANDLING AND FLEXIBILITY Place your trust in the quality of a classic model: The BORDO™ 6000K folding lock offers good theft protection in an easy to use package. The BORDO 6000K Folding Lock features six 5 mm steel bars connected with special drill resistant rivets, which fold together into an easy to transport package. This is familiar territory for ABUS – the locks in the ABUS Bordo family have gained a reputation as true classics whose functionality has nevertheless yet to be surpassed. This is a variant that can be opened by one key. Made of specially hardened steel, the bars and housing offer high resistance. At the same time, the high-quality ABUS XPlus cylinder provides particularly high protection, e.g. against picking. The soft coating provides protection against paint scratches. It also makes the lock easy to grip. The "Made in Germany" quality has garnered international awards. - 5 mm bars with extra-soft yet resistant coating to prevent damage to paintwork - The bars and lock body are made of specially hardened steel - Bars are connected by special drill resistant rivets - ABUS XPlus cylinder for extremely high protection against manipulation, e.g. picking - SH holder incl.

GRANIT™ XPLUS™ 540 PLAY IT SAFE! The highest level of security from the ABUS range: The GRANIT XPlus™ 540 U-Lock offers the best protection against theft for your bicycle Specially hardened steel, power cell technology for protection against impact and attempts to force open the lock, XPlus cylinder for the greatest protection against tampering: The GRANIT XPlus™ 540 U-Lock combines the highest-quality materials with the latest technology for protection against theft! It is a first-class lock which protects your bicycle when the risk of theft is high. Various quality seals demonstrate the value of the GRANIT XPlus™ 540 U-Lock: It is VdS approved and has received seals of approval from institutes in Russia, the Netherlands, Finland, Sweden, Denmark, Norway and the United Kingdom. - 33/64" hardened square shaft parabolic shackle - ABUS power cell technology offers the highest level of protection against impacts and attempts to break open the lock - The shackle, housing and the structural parts of the locking mechanism are made of specially hardened steel - ABUS XPlus cylinder for the highest level of protection against tampering, e.g. picking - Automatic keyhole cover to protect against dirt and corrosion

The Pedelec 2.0 offers an uncompromising combination of comfort and protection. Complemented by clever features, it is the ideal companion when cycling in road traffic. - In-Mold for a durable connection with the outer shell with shock-absorbing helmet material (EPS) - Forced Air Cooling Technology ventilation system keeps you cool and comfortable with 4 air inlets and 9 air outlets connected with flow channels - Zoom Ace Urban adjustment system with handy adjustment wheel for a customizable fit - Size adjustment by means of a half-ring made from particularly hard-wearing and slightly malleable plastic for optimal stability and fit - High visibility due to powerful reflectors and an integrated LED taillight with 180-degree visibility - Foamed-in fly nets keep insects out - Lower edge protection provides the helmet with additional protection from external influences - Fidlock magnetic strap buckle - Ponytail-compatible and well suited for braided hairstyles Sizing: - Medium: 52 – 57cm - Large: 56 – 62cm

SAFETY ON STEEP TRAILS Steep climbs, high-speed racing, all-day adventures: "Down-country" is action-packed, which means the demands on equipment also increase. Down-country is all about going up fast, down fast and repeating. The Moventor 2.0 MIPS is virtually perfectly for the demands of mountain bikers. The MTB helmet is lightweight, well ventilated and has a deeper fit that gives more protection at the back of the head. When the trail points downwards, the ten air inlets and nine air outlets provide good ventilation. In addition to all the well thought-out features for off-road use, the MIPS model has impact protection. This is intended to protect the brain, especially if the cyclist's head hits the ground at an angle during a fall. In a fall, the brain is exposed to strong rotational movements that can lead to severe brain injuries. With MIPS, a movable low-friction plastic shell is integrated into the helmet to ensure that rotation is reduced and the head is better protected. - Multi-Shell In-Mould for a permanent bond between the outer shell and the shock-absorbing helmet material (EPS) - Zoom Ace MTB: Height-adjustable adjustment system to fit the head circumference - Ponytail compatibility: Helmet well suited for ponytail wearers - Laterally adjustable, non-slip TriVider strap system - Moulded lower shell for added durability - QUIN ready—easy upgrade with the separately available QUIN chip for fall detection - MIPS: Impact protection that protects the brain, especially when the cyclist's head hits the ground at an angle during a fall. - GoggFit: Device that allows a pair of goggles to be fixed to the helmet when the athlete doesn't need them while riding - Ventilation: excellent ventilation through 10 air inlets and 9 air outlets

GRANIT™ XPLUS™ 540 PLAY IT SAFE! The highest level of security from the ABUS range: The GRANIT XPlus™ 540 U-Lock offers the best protection against theft for your bicycle Specially hardened steel, power cell technology for protection against impact and attempts to force open the lock, XPlus cylinder for the greatest protection against tampering: The GRANIT XPlus™ 540 U-Lock combines the highest-quality materials with the latest technology for protection against theft! It is a first-class lock which protects your bicycle when the risk of theft is high. Various quality seals demonstrate the value of the GRANIT XPlus™ 540 U-Lock: It is VdS approved and has received seals of approval from institutes in Russia, the Netherlands, Finland, Sweden, Denmark, Norway and the United Kingdom. - 33/64" hardened square shaft parabolic shackle - ABUS power cell technology offers the highest level of protection against impacts and attempts to break open the lock - The shackle, housing and the structural parts of the locking mechanism are made of specially hardened steel - ABUS XPlus cylinder for the highest level of protection against tampering, e.g. picking - Automatic keyhole cover to protect against dirt and corrosion

The combination of innovative design, the latest technology, outstanding functionality, maximum ventilation, and low weight make the Aventor a real allrounder. The Aventor is the perfect helmet for cyclists who need a cool head for riding in high temperatures and on challenging stages. - Double shell, in-mold construction for durable fusion of the outer shell with the shock-absorbing helmet material (EPS) - Lower edge protection provides the helmet with additional protection coverage - ActiCage, structural reinforcement integrated into the EPS, optimizes stability - Zoom Ace, fine adjustment system with handy dial provides a personalized fit - Half-surrounding plastic ring connected to adjustment system - Ponytail compatible - Fidlock magnetic strap buckle Sizing: - Small: 51 – 55cm - Medium: 54 – 58cm - Large: 57 – 61cm

A HELMET MADE FOR THE CITY STREETS The Pedelec 2.0 is an uncompromising combination of protection and comfort. Complemented by clever features, it is the ideal companion in road traffic. In big city traffic, a helmet is an indispensable companion for you as a cyclist. Accidents happen quickly and if you fall, a bicycle helmet protects you against serious injury. With the Pedelec 2.0, ABUS offers a bicycle helmet that meets the high safety requirements of the big city. Its deep temple area provides the required additional protection. The Pedelec 2.0 is also characterised by the integrated rain hood, which can be quickly pulled over the helmet at the first sign of rain. The especially bright, rechargeable light and the replaceable visor offer additional, passive protection. - This NTA 8776 helmet is a helmet that complies with the requirements in the Dutch Technical Agreement (NTA) 8776. - In-Mold for a durable connection with the outer shell with shock-absorbing helmet material (EPS) - High visibility due to powerful reflectors - Large, highly mounted and integrated LED tail light with 180° visibility - Forced Air Cooling Technology: Sophisticated ventilation system for an optimal head climate - Excellent ventilation with 4 air inlets and 9 air outlets connected with flow channels - Ponytail compatibility: Helmet well suited to plait wearers - Zoom Ace Urban: Finely adjustable adjustment system with handy adjustment wheel for customisable fit - Size adjustment by means of a half ring made from particularly hard-wearing and slightly malleable plastic for optimal stability and form fitting - Foamed-in fly nets - Lower edge protection: Provides the helmet with additional protection from external influences - Fidlock magnetic strap buckle - Rain cover integrated in the helmet

Bike security gets smart. The use of innovative technology, combined with maximum mechanical security, makes the 770A SmartX the most secure bike lock in its class. Enjoy the benefits of the innovative SmartX cylinder and make your iOS or Android smartphone your individualized key. Combined with the proven 100dB alarm, this lock offers maximum security for high-quality E-bikes and load-carrying bicycles. - 13mm hardened square shaft parabolic shackle - SmartX locking system with Bluetooth—high-quality, keyless locking offers user-friendly operation - Alarm function with at least 100 dB for 15 seconds followed by automatic reactivation - 3D Position Detection—detects vibrations and the smallest movement in all three dimensions and triggers the alarm - Smart alarm—the lock only emits a small warning beep in the event of minor and brief vibrations, e.g. if a football bounces nearby - USB-C port - App connection - Location storage of the bike's last parking location - ABUS power cell technology offers the highest level of protection against impacts and attempts to break open the lock - The shackle, the housing and the locking mechanism's load-bearing parts are manufactured from specially hardened steel

AERODYNAMICS REDEFINED The GameChanger sets new standards. What is a cyclist's biggest enemy? Air resistance. Every cyclist knows that battling against the wind is one of the toughest challenges they face. With its Multi Position Design, the GameChanger redefines aerodynamics. The special shape reduces windage by minimizing exposed surfaces, regardless of weather conditions, head-tilt position and inflow angle. Our innovative Forced Air Cooling Technology sucks in incoming air and channels airflow around the head, creating a perfect climate and keeping your head cool even in hot races. - Multi Position Design: For optimal aerodynamics regardless of head tilt - Forced Air Cooling Technology: Sophisticated ventilation system for an optimal head climate - FlowStraps: Aerodynamic, flutter-free and skin-friendly thanks to specially developed strap profile - Zoom Ace: Finely adjustable adjustment system with handy adjustment wheel for customizable fit - AirPort: Aerodynamic glasses holder with strap guide - Multi Shell In Mold: For safe shock absorption - Ponytail compatibility: Helmet well suited to plait wearers

The GameChanger sets new standards. What is a cyclist's biggest enemy? Air resistance. Every cyclist knows that battling against the wind is one of the toughest challenges they face. With its Multi Position Design, the GameChanger redefines aerodynamics. The special shape reduces air resistance by minimizing exposed surfaces regardless of weather conditions, head-tilt position, and inflow angle. Our innovative Forced Air Cooling Technology sucks in incoming air and channels airflow around the head, creating a perfect climate and keeping your head cool, even in hot races. - Multi Position Design: For optimal aerodynamics regardless of head tilt - Forced Air Cooling Technology: Sophisticated ventilation system for an optimal head climate - FlowStraps: Aerodynamic, flutter-free, and skin-friendly thanks to specially developed strap profile - Zoom Ace: Finely adjustable adjustment system with handy adjustment wheel for customizable fit - AirPort: Aerodynamic glasses holder with strap guide - Multi Shell In Mold: For safe shock absorption - Ponytail compatibility: Helmet well suited to plait wearers Sizing: - Small: 51 – 55cm - Medium: 52 – 58cm - Large: 59 – 62cm

Enjoy the advantages of the innovative, hands-free SmartX cylinder and turn your iOS or Android smartphone into your individual key. Combined with the 100 dB alarm, this lock offers the highest level of security for high-quality e-bikes and cargo bikes. - 5.5mm bars with extra-soft, two-component casing to prevent damage to the bike's paint - SmartX locking system with Bluetooth—high-quality, keyless locking offers user-friendly operation - Alarm function blasts at 100dB for 15 seconds followed by automatic reactivation - 3D Position Detection—detects vibrations and the smallest movement in all three dimensions and triggers the alarm - Smart alarm—the lock only emits a small warning beep in the event of minor and brief vibrations, e.g. if a football bounces against the bike - USB-C port - App connection - Location storage of the bike's last parking location - LED light shows battery and charging status - Includes bracket (SH)

PROTECTED ALL AROUND With the AirDrop, ABUS offers its first full-face helmet that provides the best protection even for your most daring jumps. Enduro racers, downhillers, E-MTB riders and alpine adventurers are always pushing the limits of mountain biking. Increased protection used to mean heavy, hot and claustrophobic full-face helmets. The ABUS AirDrop, by contrast, features ASTM-certified DH safety levels with exceptional ventilation and trail-friendly weight. New technologies like our EVA collarbone protector inserts, breakaway visor attachments and side communication channels bring real benefits to bike parks and the backcountry. If gravity is the thrill you need, the AirDrop is the MTB helmet for you. - In-mould manufacturing for a durable connection to the outer shell with shock-absorbing helmet material (EPS) - Zoom Ace FF: Adjustment system to fit the head circumference - Collarbone protection edges - QUIN ready—easy upgrade with the separately available QUIN chip - Breakaway visor bolts - ASC—ABUS communication channels increase spatial awareness - Breathable cheek pad inserts - Design suitable for spectacles - Double D-ring buckle system - Ventilation: excellent ventilation through 11 air inlets and 6 air outlets

- Compatible with 6-12V E-bike battery - Integrated reflector - Water and shock resistant - Mounting distance 80 mm - Visible from the side - 40g

- Key service - For B type casing - 181 grams

- Length 130 cm - Diameter shackles 5.5 mm - Diameter plug in pin 10 mm - Used in combination with safety frame lock AXA Imenso or Block XXL - With one operation your bike is locked with 2 locks - 760 grams

- Hardened steel bracket and lock housing - Anti drilling plate in cylinder - Flexible fixing set also for odd sized frames - Online key service - Maximum security with plug in option - 720 grams

Suspension service is a specialty within bicycle repair, and it takes specialized tools to perform this work. One of the things that any factory tech will tell you is nice to have are sockets specifically made or altered for the low profile hex on the top of each fork leg. The lead-in or chamfer on a standard socket will greatly decrease the contact between tool and part and can easily scratch or deform those nuts. For years shops have been grinding down their sockets to remove the chamfer. The problem is that you're still often left with a loose-fitting socket that is still prone to chewing up those delicate parts. That's why we started from scratch. We made our sockets from billet aluminum to exacting tolerances to keep these parts in good shape. Fully CNC-machined with zero lead-in, they make the specialty that is suspension service a little bit easier. They feature a 3/8" square drive for use with your favorite torque wrench as well as finger splines to help run the top caps into the fork legs with those oil soaked hands. We also kept them short (1" or 25mm for all sizes) to reduce the chance of them slipping off of the top cap under torque. - Made from billet aluminum to exacting tolerances to keep form damaging the suspension - Finger splines so you can thread it easily by hand - 3/8" square drive - Short (1"/25mm for all sizes) to reduce the chance of them coming off of the top cap under torque - Made in Bend, Oregon Applications - 24mm socket - used on SRAM top caps - 26mm socket - used on Marzocchi and Reverb sealheads - 27mm socket - used on Fox and X-Fusion top caps - 30mm socket - used on the RS-1 SRAM sealhead removal tool as well as a handful of other forks. - 6-size set covers most modern suspension forks on the market: 24, 26, 27, 28, 30 and 32mm

Bearing drift designed for the SRAM DUB crank platform and use with the Abbey Bike Tools Modular bearing press. SRAM recently launched a new crank platform called DUB to improve bearing durability and compatibility that modern frames have dictated. This 28.99mm spindle and its press fit bottom bracket requires some special drifts to install correctly. We worked with the crew at SRAM to develop tools for this and came up with some simple and important tweaks from a standard bearing drift. These drifts have a tapered boss that forces the small O ring into its gland. A normal drift with a square boss can easily tear the fragile O ring that helps with bearing durability. So this basic modification makes sure your bottom bracket retains the durability it was designed to have. - Comes as a set of two drifts

This bottom bracket socket is for use with Chris King's T47 Bottom Bracket. Made with the same top-shelf aluminum alloy to the same exacting fit and tolerance as the rest of our socket range, these sockets won't chew up your shiny new bottom bracket. This socket features a threaded boss to allow you to bolt the tool into place when dealing with these exceptionally thin tool interfaces. This is a feature unique to our tools that adds a layer of protection and security to your parts and tools.

The Abbey Bike Tools 4-way precision multi-tool is the perfect choice to carry with you while on a ride. We designed this beautiful green anodized tool to fit into a compact saddle bag, riding wallet, or tuck into a jersey pocket.

All the awesomeness of the dual-sided tool but in a single Shimano or Campagnolo version. Updated in 2020, the single-sided tool now has the same size handle (1/2 inch) as the dual-sided tool. - When purchasing the chain whip, buy the 1/2-inch handle chain whip.

While most other manufacturers cast or forge their bottom bracket tools, we machine ours for greater precision. Whenever you're dealing with anodized surfaces, great care needs to be taken to keep those surfaces from getting marred, gouged, and stripped out. That can be nearly impossible with some spanner style tools, and difficult with other loose-fitting sockets. The most unique feature about this tool is the inner nub; that nub in the center of the tool is the same size as the crank spindle. What this does is give you a second point of contact that keeps the tool from coming off of the part when trying to remove stubborn cups. This dual sided socket is designed to work with the new Shimano DA-9000/XTR-BB93 bottom bracket as well 6800 Ultegra and 5800 105 11spd groups (BBR-60).