Where can I buy Shimano 11 speed chain?
It seems there is a shortage of Shimano 11 speed chains.
Looking for Dura Ace (HG901) or Ultegra (HG701). I found this one on Amazon but have no way to know if it is counterfeit or not: https://www.amazon.com/Shimano-Ulteg...TF8&th=1&psc=1 Thanks |
We've been out of them forever, might have got 5 from QBP a little while ago, but that's it.
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Originally Posted by cxwrench
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We've been out of them forever, might have got 5 from QBP a little while ago, but that's it.
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KMC have always been equal to Shimano dollar for dollar IME. Actually a little less expensive usually. KMC X11 11-Speed Stretch-Proof Gray Bike Chain 118L fits Campy SRAM Shimano 766759711771 | eBay This is just one of many sellers that have them in stock but I have used them a few times with excellent service and never any suspicion of selling fakes.
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they are on back order (both ultegra and dura ace) at colorado cyclist. so am guessing it is just sign of the times
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Maybe prj71 knows where to find one...
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Ultegra / XT chain available (with one Shimano Quick Link) for $45 at one of my LBS:
Shimano XT HG701 11-Speed Chain - Southern California Bike Shop | Jax Bicycle (jaxbicycles.com) When I bought a spare early this summer it was still only $40, which was already $5 more than the one currently installed on my bike. Shipping is a bit expensive but what isn't nowadays? Maybe jnbrown can order one for pickup at the San Clemente location if on the way to do something in the OC? |
I have had to order parts from Europe Asia etc. shipping is usually surprisingly cheap, the US domestic shipping prices have jacked up so much recently that the international prices are not much different.
looking up chains now I see bike-discount.de has them in stock. |
I bought a Shimano Ultegra chain from Backcountry about a month ago, but looks like they are out of stock now. My bet is that they are sitting in a container in port of on one of the ships of LA port.
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YBN chains do well in the frictionfacts testing, ie. https://moltenspeedwax.com/collections/ybn-chains
Otherwise, shop overseas and grab a potenza, record or non-series chain from Campy.. you'll have to supply your own quicklink though or be able to pin/peen |
I've used KMC with zero problems, and on both my Shimano and SRAM bikes.
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Can anyone offer an informed opinion on the original question? Is the chain in his Amazon link counterfeit? Is there any way to know for certain?
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Originally Posted by Bagel Bob
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Can anyone offer an informed opinion on the original question? Is the chain in his Amazon link counterfeit? Is there any way to know for certain?
And even if anyone somehow could, why should the OP take the risk instead of ordering from the above link I posted from a legit SoCal LBS, which costs less!? |
Originally Posted by SoSmellyAir
(Post 22293604)
Ultegra / XT chain available (with one Shimano Quick Link) for $45 at one of my LBS:
Shimano XT HG701 11-Speed Chain - Southern California Bike Shop | Jax Bicycle (jaxbicycles.com) When I bought a spare early this summer it was still only $40, which was already $5 more than the one currently installed on my bike. Shipping is a bit expensive but what isn't nowadays? Maybe jnbrown can order one for pickup at the San Clemente location if on the way to do something in the OC? https://www.jaxbicycles.com/product/...n-356156-1.htm https://www.freewheelinbikes.org/pro...n-356156-1.htm https://www.bikesourceonline.com/pro...n-356156-1.htm By the way, another shop using the same storefront, but only have DuraAce chain if OP prefers https://www.brandscycle.com/product/...n-356098-1.htm |
Originally Posted by jnbrown
(Post 22293506)
So are you using a different brand instead? I hate to not use Shimano as they have always been the best chain IME.
Thanks |
FWIW, IME on 3 bikes and 5 chain sets over the past 8 yrs a 10 spd chain (KMC/SRAM/Shimano-used them all) works
fine on an 11spd cassette and chainrings. You use what is available. |
Originally Posted by Bagel Bob
(Post 22293774)
Can anyone offer an informed opinion on the original question? Is the chain in his Amazon link counterfeit? Is there any way to know for certain?
1. No picture of the packaging 2. I do not like what I am seeing on the other side of the plates 3. It is not coming from a recognized store 4. Pins look all wrong I could be wrong Old eyes and bad photos |
I checked with Competitive Cyclist and they are saying December for Ultegra and January for Dura Ace so that is probably the real situation.
I have used KMC before but like Shimano better, seem quieter and better shifting but may have to compromise this time. SRAM RED 22 seems to be liked a lot so I may go with that. |
Originally Posted by Sy Reene
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I'm guessing Jax is rebranding one of the main equipment distributors' website. Note anything similar between all 3 of these?
https://www.jaxbicycles.com/product/...n-356156-1.htm https://www.freewheelinbikes.org/pro...n-356156-1.htm https://www.bikesourceonline.com/pro...n-356156-1.htm By the way, another shop using the same storefront, but only have DuraAce chain if OP prefers https://www.brandscycle.com/product/...n-356098-1.htm Shimano Ultegra 11-Speed Rear Derailleur - Race Pace Bicycles | Baltimore Bike Shop I hope it is legit; I have been looking for a RD-6800-SS (or RD-5800-SS) from a legit source for a long time. |
Originally Posted by jnbrown
(Post 22294087)
I checked with Competitive Cyclist and they are saying December for Ultegra and January for Dura Ace so that is probably the real situation.
I have used KMC before but like Shimano better, seem quieter and better shifting but may have to compromise this time. SRAM RED 22 seems to be liked a lot so I may go with that. EDIT: I take this partially back. It looks like two of the linked suppliers for some odd reason won't ship. One of them actually indicates: "This item is not permitted to be shipped direct to consumer..." which is pretty odd. It's not an overseas supplier |
Originally Posted by SoSmellyAir
(Post 22294196)
Maybe? What I do know is that (1) Jax is a legit LBS chain and (2) there seems to be only a handful of website / online store templates which are used by so many bike shops. For example, yesterday I just order a RD-6800-SS from this bike shop:
Shimano Ultegra 11-Speed Rear Derailleur - Race Pace Bicycles | Baltimore Bike Shop I hope it is legit; I have been looking for a RD-6800-SS (or RD-5800-SS) from a legit source for a long time. Likewise, probably could easily call them to confirm. |
So, now I'm curious about how this works. I'm sure it's not a scam, but what is this scenario all about?
Do this google search on the upc number for an Ultegra chain: https://www.google.com/search?q=upc+192790378619 Literally pages worth of hits, all to bike shop websites that look pretty darn similar, Most are listing this chain as in-stock, but store pickup is usually req'd, most will not ship anything but some will? |
Originally Posted by Sy Reene
(Post 22294650)
So, now I'm curious about how this works. I'm sure it's not a scam, but what is this scenario all about?
Do this google search on the upc number for an Ultegra chain: https://www.google.com/search?q=upc+192790378619 Literally pages worth of hits, all to bike shop websites that look pretty darn similar, Most are listing this chain as in-stock, but store pickup is usually req'd, most will not ship anything but some will? Paging Psimet2001 and cxwrench ! Do you guys have any insight on why so many LBS have very similar website and online stores? |
Jax Bicycles now has 11 speed Dura Ace / XTR chain in stock:
Shimano XTR/Dura Ace HG901 11-Speed Chain - Southern California Bike Shop | Jax Bicycle (jaxbicycles.com) |
Originally Posted by SoSmellyAir
(Post 22294196)
Shimano Ultegra 11-Speed Rear Derailleur - Race Pace Bicycles | Baltimore Bike Shop
I hope it is legit; I have been looking for a RD-6800-SS (or RD-5800-SS) from a legit source for a long time. |
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