Originally Posted by
hybridbkrdr
Uh, I read a 6,7 and 8 speed chain is the same width.
ecovelo, it would help if you described the shifters you have.
I would go with an 8 speed cassette though.
Not quite. Older 5/6-speed chains are wider than 7/8-speed chains and won't work on them. However, current 7/8-speed chain will work on a 6-speed cassette or freewheel.