Originally Posted by
CCrew
Ok, I'm sorry if I'm igniting a Ford vs Chevy type war here
Just looking for a general consensus of what's the best replacement chain out there for a 10 speed Shimano setup. Has a factory KMC on it now that is showing (to me) a bit more wear than I'd like at 1k miles. Would like to find something still in the lighter than a boat anchor area that has some durability to it.
Thanks.
Yup, these threads usually turn out to be quite exciting re: Chevy v Ford. Even guys in my ride group "discuss" this on long rides.
Since you asked, here goes:
I had a Shimano 105 (stock on Madone) and it was stretched beyond the 1/16" (closer to 1/8" in some places) at 2500 miles. I replaced it with a SRAM PC 1090 chain. i have about 1000 miles on it, and zero problems. (I also replaced the original 105 cassette with SRAM PG 1070.). I've been using SRAM on my mountain and road rigs for >10 years, so I am partial to SRAM.
BTW - if you want to really stir the pot, also ask what's the best chain lube and mention WD 40 in the same post. That's the Forum equivalent of throwing a match on gasoline.