No, this tool is made specifically for holding the spoke in place while you turn the nipple with a separate nipple wrench or spoke key; it is not designed for turning the nipple itself, and using it that way can slip or damage the spoke.

If your wheels use standard round spokes, you likely won't need this tool since round spokes don't twist the way bladed spokes do, but it becomes essential once you're working on wheels with aero or bladed spokes.

Yes, it's a simple, purpose-built accessory that makes truing bladed-spoke wheels at home much easier and prevents the frustrating spoke-twist that happens when you try to true these wheels without one.

Slide the tool's slot over the flat section of the spoke to hold it from twisting, then turn the nipple with your spoke key as normal; the spoke stays still while the nipple threads up or down.

It's a compact metal hand tool designed to grip flat spoke profiles firmly without damaging the spoke's finish.

Yes, this is a genuine LEBYCLE tool sold through DoGoodCo, and our support team is available to help with any issue on arrival.