Mountain Biking - SRAM, Wipermen or Shimano 9spd chain?

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veghead
04-01-04, 12:46 PM
What chain are you guys using? I need a new one. The SRAM PC99, PC89, (6.9mm) Shimano HG-93, XTR (6.6mm) or Wipermen Connex 905 (6.5mm) I run an XT drive train on my Superlight. Is the SRAM hollowpin worth the money? Thanks

Maelstrom
04-01-04, 01:36 PM
SRAM...

I have finally seen a wipperman...saw the cost...and cried.
travis200
04-01-04, 02:34 PM
Sram gets my vote

Raiyn
04-01-04, 11:06 PM
Another vote for SRAM
khuon
04-01-04, 11:09 PM
SRAM PC-99 on my MTB and PC-89R on my RB. I have heard some possible issues with the hollowpins from some members of this forum though and I haven't tried them yet. Apparently normal chaintools don't work with them or something.
TimB
04-02-04, 12:39 AM
SRAM PC99, 89 or 69

I prefer the Shimano CN 7700 Dura Ace / XTR chain though because it is stronger.

wipperman is too expensive so I've never tried it. but do use them on my road bike (10s)
Chi
04-03-04, 08:39 AM
Get the cheapest compatible chain.
Raiyn
04-03-04, 02:02 PM
Get the cheapest compatible chain.
I'd suggest middle of the road. Most times with "cheap" you get what you pay for.
TimB
04-05-04, 03:15 AM
actually perhaps with Shimano chains thats true. For Shimano chains the CN 7700 is a lot better than the cheaper alternatives

With Sram the PC59 is crap while theres no difference in performance between 69, 89(R) and 99...
a2psyklnut
04-05-04, 08:35 AM
With chains, the upper eschelon on too light for me. I stick with a Sram PC69 on all my bikes. Affordable and strong. The weight difference is insignificant. I collect more weight by picking up mud on my bike when I ride.

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