Originally Posted by
AdvXtrm
The HG53 doesn't have any other link options besides using pins. I tried a Sram PowerLink and a KMC MissingLink, and both cause the chain to bind when they reached the rear cassette. Perhaps those only work correctly on a Sram drive-train.
Hmmm
The HG53, HG73, & HG93 chains should all be more or less compatible, and you should be able to use any of them.
I bought mine (HG73) from China (with made in Japan printed on the box)... does anybody make counterfeit chains? Anyway, the wear has been quicker than I'd like, so I've been wondering (and looking for alternatives)
The latest batch came with both the quick links and pins, but I can't say if that is universal or just with my particular chains. I never tried the quick links. I may have a couple spares if I can find them, but no guarantee of their quality.
The replacement pins are apparently the same for all 9s chain models.