Originally Posted by
rms13
I think that KMC chain is best bang for the buck. If you are a weight weenie you can spend another $20 or so to drop about 20 grams but highly unnecessary. The only tool you need is chain breaker but missing link tool makes install a little easier and if you have to remove it it will be a lot easier
KMC Missing Link Remover Pliers | Chain Reaction Cycles
I have a pair needle nose pliers with long, thin jaws and a 90 degree bend (so when closing the jaws stay parallel). It seems like this would work for the missing link, or am I fooling myself?