Cyclocross - Specialized tricross chain advice

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boy
04-11-09, 10:08 AM
Im replacing the chain on my 08 tricross sport for the first time. I went to my local bike shop & they told me a 9 speed chain was what i needed, which conflicts with the bikes documentation which states its fitted with a 10 speed super narrow.

A total newb question i realise, just want to get the best chain for my bike. Ive also been interested in a quick release chain, anyone recommend any retailers that may have one suited to the tricross?

Any help would be greatly appreciated,

thanks

Lycc825
04-11-09, 10:31 AM
It LBS could have been mistaken. If your tricross is indeed a 10sp, then you will need a 10sp chain. a 9sp chain will not work properly because of different spacing of the cassette. Get a Connex by Wipperman chain, includes a Connex link ("quick release") or a SRAM PC1090 or 1070 chain, includes a PowerLink ("quick release").

If you are racing, SRAM PC1090R
knobster
04-11-09, 12:22 PM
Even the latest model is only a 9 speed. The Specialized specs on the latest bike show a 9 speed chain. I think you'd be fine replacing it with a 9 speed version. Save a couple dollars also.

M_S
04-11-09, 08:16 PM
Count the cogs. If you have 9, you need a 9 speed chain.
svtmike
04-13-09, 07:34 AM
Count the cogs, though the LBS is probably right -- the TriCross Sport comes stock with a 9 speed drivetrain. They move to 10 speed at the TriCross Comp level.

Between SRAM and Wipperman, I heartily recommend Wipperman with the Connex links. I've had too many SRAM quick links become impossible to separate with bare hands to recommend them.