Best value chain for SRAM red/force/rival
07-31-12, 07:04 AM
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Best value chain for SRAM red/force/rival
In light of my chain cleaning debacle which i just posted about, I'm realizing I may be in the market for a new chain, and if not it's probably smart for me to have a spare on hand. I'm currently running a SRAM Force crankset and PG 1070 cassette with Rival FD & RD, but will soon be upgrading to a Red crankset.
Given that I'm going to be buying two different chains for different gearing options, and I'm now riding enough to be replacing my chain regularly, I'm wondering what everyone thinks is the best bang for your buck for a 10-speed chain for use with SRAM. Thanks!
Given that I'm going to be buying two different chains for different gearing options, and I'm now riding enough to be replacing my chain regularly, I'm wondering what everyone thinks is the best bang for your buck for a 10-speed chain for use with SRAM. Thanks!
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The best value in miles per dollar is almost always in the B or C level from the various makers. At the top of the line, you're paying a higher percentage for marketing costs, and for things like lower weight and prettier plating. The B chain is often last year's A chain now sold at a discount. Otherwise it's generally the same as the top chain, except for cosmetics. However, as you go much lower, you might get poorer materials or construction, and so shorter life.
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If you don't have any plans to remove the chain routinely, then toss a coin and let fate decide.
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