good performing, economical 10 spd chain recommendations w/ nickel finish

[wallymann]

i've been running wippermann chains since making the jump to 10spd. they work well, but the nickel finish chains are getting too expensive for my taste. i do like having a tool-free masterlink.

wondering if others can recommend other chains that perform equally well on 10spd setups; still nickel finish and tool-free, but dont cost quite so much and still perform well.

KMC? Taya? no idea what the alternatives are these days!

[christian]

I use the KMC X10SL pretty much exclusively. Can't fault it. Generally, I find it quieter than the Record chain.

[k-mac]

Wally beat me to the punch!

+1 on the Wippermann Connex chains. In fact, I just built up a bike with a Chorus 11 build kit, so I cut the Chorus chain to length and used a Connex link to put it together. Works great!

Would be interested to hear any feedback on KMC.

[AngryScientist]

i use KMC across the board. fixed gear, 9-sp, 10-sp and 11-sp. economical and trouble free as far as i'm concerned.

[wallymann]

the KMC SL is like 50-70g lighter than the equiv wippermann...that's a lot of weight, like carrying a spare innertube for free!

[k-mac]

I do believe the KMC link is a one time only operation though, correct?

[druptight]

I do believe the KMC link is a one time only operation though, correct?

Pretty sure they come with the "KMC missing link" which are reusable.

See here: Looks like their 11s links are not reusable, but their 10's are.

http://www.kmcchain.eu/products-connectors-missing_links

[wallymann]

I do believe the KMC link is a one time only operation though, correct?

from the KMC website: "Always check Missing Link. Suggest to replace a new Missing Link when it is worn or after locking and unlocking 3 times."

i dont remove my chains alot anyways, but maybe just use the wippermann link instead.

[k-mac]

Ok, this is what I had read on probikekit:

"the MissingLink from KMC allows you to fit and remove a chain with only an opening tool required. The non reusable speed chain has a pin length of 5.90mm and is designed for use with KMC and Campagnolo 10 speed chains"

[shovelhd]

For ten speed Shimano I use the KMC DX-10 OEM bulk chain from Ribble. About $18 and includes a Missing Link.

[wallymann]

Ok, this is what I had read on probikekit...

i think that refers to the pins pressed-in by the factory, not the reusable link.

from the KMC owners-manual:

"Do not re-use chain pins after pin removal. Reconnect chain using a proper KMC connecting link."
http://kmcchain.us/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/KMC_Missinglink_guide_reusable.pdf

[FlashUNC]

KMC's great. Use 'em on all my bikes.

[SlackMan]

I too have had good luck with KMCs.

[Ralph]

Use KMC 10's chains with included master link. Keep in mind the master link that's sold separately is different for 10's Campagno chains than the one for 10's Shimano/Sram.

[madencbm]

I have had good luck with KMC on 10 speed tandem...nuff said

[jtakeda]

Timely thread. I was just thinking about this.

Going to give Kmc a shot.

[SpokeValley]

I've had great results with KMC Missing Link 11s on my Record chain and although it says 'single use', I've reused each at least twice. I just carry a spare in my bag in case it fails.

I also use a KMC 10s for Mrs. Valley's bike. Shifts great.

Great products all around.

[Johnny P]

I also have had good luck with KMC chains.

[oldpotatoe]

i've been running wippermann chains since making the jump to 10spd. they work well, but the nickel finish chains are getting too expensive for my taste. i do like having a tool-free masterlink.

wondering if others can recommend other chains that perform equally well on 10spd setups; still nickel finish and tool-free, but dont cost quite so much and still perform well.

KMC? Taya? no idea what the alternatives are these days!

KMC, great chains

[oldpotatoe]

I do believe the KMC link is a one time only operation though, correct?

Nope, not single use.

[shovelhd]

Nope, not single use.

Definitely. They do get loose after a few cycles. Sometimes the chain has life left so I have a few spares to swap out.

[Dale Alan]

Another vote for KMC. Never had a problem(30 + chains),and the prices are good.