Originally Posted by
cyccommute
It’s been 25 to 30 years since chains could widely have the pin pushed out and be pushed back in again. 9 speed chain and on have universally used peened pins which should not be handled in that way.
Shouldn't, but in my experience can be if you're careful.
Originally Posted by
cyccommute
They are also just easier to use.
I can probably split and join a chain in the time it takes me to find the quick link on a dirty chain.