Bicycle Mechanics - Wipperman 10-Speed Chains

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nuovorecord
04-16-04, 11:47 AM
Any Campy riders out there use these? Please correct me if I'm wrong, but Wipperman's don't need a chain tool to break them open, but rather have a master link ala Sachs/SRAM chains. I don't want to buy another tool just to remove my chain so I'm considering replacing my Campy chain with a Wipperman.

I'd be interested in hearing how well they wear and shift, too. Thanks in advance for your help.

demoncyclist
04-16-04, 11:51 AM
They use what they call a CONNEX link that works like the SRAM PowerLink. You will still need a 10 speed compatible chain tool to remove your existing chain and shorten the new one to the right number of links.
khuon
04-16-04, 11:54 AM
I don't have a Campy 10 group but I did just recently replace the SRAM PC99 on my MTB with a Wipperman Connex 908 chain and am much pleased so far. See this thread (http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php?t=49523) for more detail.

RacerX
04-16-04, 03:05 PM
wipperman 10 is the best! Works great with the campy setup
Bobatin
04-16-04, 05:50 PM
I am using a CONNEX link with a Campy chain and have had no problems with it yet, about 1500 miles.