Time for a new chain. What should I get?
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Time for a new chain. What should I get?
I have a 10 speed Shimano 105 drivetrain. I’ve used Ultegra 10 speed chains for years. I seem to recall someone suggesting an 11 speed chain as it will be quieter and lighter.
any suggestions for brand and speed. My budget is $50
any suggestions for brand and speed. My budget is $50
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Have you thought about a 10 speed Shimano 105 chain to match your 10 speed Shimano 105 drivetrain?
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I have 10 speed drivetrain as well with 105 grouping. I always run Ultegra Chain and Cassette. Never had any issues at all.
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Not all choices are readily available. If weight really is a concern, see what 10 speed chains are available within your budget and buy the lightest. Most prefer a quick link so factor in whether the chain comes with one or you have to buy it separately.
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10 Speed drivetrain means 10 speed chain. Just buy anything made by Shimano and it’ll be fine.
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I use 11 speed Dura-ace chains on a 10 speed bike. They are very durable, shifting is flawless and by all measurements produce the least drag.
Of course, 38 Eur per chain, what was the price when I last bought some, is the downside.
Of course, 38 Eur per chain, what was the price when I last bought some, is the downside.
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Oh really? How are you able to measure this accurately?
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I've found Shimano, KMC and Sram 10 speed chains to perform the same in all respects. I generally price shop within those brands given an approximate equivalence in the "level" of the chain - i.e. how it's finished, it's weight, etc.
But to the OP question, sorry that doesn't answer it because I haven't tried an 11 speed chain with 10 speed system. I have on several occasions used 10 speed chains with 9 speed systems because that's what I had on hand. Didn't notice any difference in performance or noise, but I am not the most perceptive person for stuff like that. If it works, it works.
But to the OP question, sorry that doesn't answer it because I haven't tried an 11 speed chain with 10 speed system. I have on several occasions used 10 speed chains with 9 speed systems because that's what I had on hand. Didn't notice any difference in performance or noise, but I am not the most perceptive person for stuff like that. If it works, it works.
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I like KMC chains, myself, but based on the experiences of other posters on here, get it from a reliable source. There are apparently counterfeit chains out there. Who knew?
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I would definitely recommend skipping the former bookseller for buying a chain, regardless of the seller of it’s fulfilled by them, you have a chance of getting a counterfeit
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Yes, this is especially true if the former bookseller is not the dominant vendor (by volume) in a product category.
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I'll give you a non-snarky answer.
Get a 10 speed pre-waxed YBN and start either dip waxing or using a drip wax like squirt.
https://zerofrictioncycling.com.au/p...0-speed-chain/
it's $100 but it'll easily last at least 2x as long as if you used a non-wax lube.
I think you can also send him a second, new chain to prep for free. Might be worth it 🤷♂️
Get a 10 speed pre-waxed YBN and start either dip waxing or using a drip wax like squirt.
https://zerofrictioncycling.com.au/p...0-speed-chain/
it's $100 but it'll easily last at least 2x as long as if you used a non-wax lube.
I think you can also send him a second, new chain to prep for free. Might be worth it 🤷♂️
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Would have thought that testing by Zero Friction Cycling, friction facts (since bought by ceramicspeed), Silca and others were common knowledge by now. Of course you could choose not to believe any single one test, but all of them? Ehhh...
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I'll give you a non-snarky answer.
Get a 10 speed pre-waxed YBN and start either dip waxing or using a drip wax like squirt.
https://zerofrictioncycling.com.au/p...0-speed-chain/
it's $100 but it'll easily last at least 2x as long as if you used a non-wax lube.
I think you can also send him a second, new chain to prep for free. Might be worth it 🤷♂️
Get a 10 speed pre-waxed YBN and start either dip waxing or using a drip wax like squirt.
https://zerofrictioncycling.com.au/p...0-speed-chain/
it's $100 but it'll easily last at least 2x as long as if you used a non-wax lube.
I think you can also send him a second, new chain to prep for free. Might be worth it 🤷♂️
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Maybe Ti is the way to go. Think of the weight savings.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/37364921492...evt=1&mkcid=28
https://www.ebay.com/itm/37364921492...evt=1&mkcid=28
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$50 ea from Colorado Cyclist, so I’m assuming that they’re not counterfeit.
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Ended up getting a Shimano Ultegra chain. Has cutouts in the links... little lighter I guess. Never seen them like that before.
Works great
Works great
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I'll give you a non-snarky answer.
Get a 10 speed pre-waxed YBN and start either dip waxing or using a drip wax like squirt.
https://zerofrictioncycling.com.au/p...0-speed-chain/
it's $100 but it'll easily last at least 2x as long as if you used a non-wax lube.
I think you can also send him a second, new chain to prep for free. Might be worth it 🤷♂️
Get a 10 speed pre-waxed YBN and start either dip waxing or using a drip wax like squirt.
https://zerofrictioncycling.com.au/p...0-speed-chain/
it's $100 but it'll easily last at least 2x as long as if you used a non-wax lube.
I think you can also send him a second, new chain to prep for free. Might be worth it 🤷♂️
I currently run deep cleaned and then squirt waxed Ultegra chains on Ultegra 11 speed.
Will the YBN chain run better on it than a Shimano chain on its own drivetrain?
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Consistently the worst shifting and most noisy chain I have ever had the displeasure of having to install or ride.
Back to 8spd or 9spd and I think they did a great job. The pooped the bed with 10speed on. Still... better than nothing but it's a bit like saying having a date with someone who is a horrible person that you're not even remotely interested in is better than not having a date at all.
Back to 8spd or 9spd and I think they did a great job. The pooped the bed with 10speed on. Still... better than nothing but it's a bit like saying having a date with someone who is a horrible person that you're not even remotely interested in is better than not having a date at all.
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