DuncanCT Posted October 18, 2011 Posted October 18, 2011 Just broke my second chain on my 3x10 XT group set. Both chains broke while pedaling uphill so i assume its to do with bad shifting. I weigh 100kg but I have not had a chain break on my road bike so i assume it's not my weight. What is best practice from changing gear and gear choice?
SwissVan Posted October 18, 2011 Posted October 18, 2011 1. Anticipate.2. Change down before the steep part or your speed = zero
covie Posted October 18, 2011 Posted October 18, 2011 Most of the time a chain breaks due to bad shifting uphill, derailure hangers too. Like its been said anticipate, shift early. And rather get a heavier stronger chain than these holotech jobbies. the 2 gram you save aint worth the price or the hassle.
DuncanCT Posted October 18, 2011 Author Posted October 18, 2011 Any recommendations for a stronger chain?
covie Posted October 18, 2011 Posted October 18, 2011 I prefer normal SLX chains or SRAM pc971 if its 9spd off course.
Eldron Posted October 18, 2011 Posted October 18, 2011 Shimano chains are prone to failure of not installed properly - always use the installation pin and make sure you do not insert the pin too far. Once installed I normally pop the chain tool onto the other side of the chain and give it a quarter turn back to make it pop into position properly. If the link is tight then it's wrong - the pin normally eases into place - you can feel the "pop" in the chain tool - it's tight and hard to turn until it pops then suddenly the tool loosens up - that when you know it's right. Shimano chains are great but installation is not as simple as it seems....
NotSoBigBen Posted October 18, 2011 Posted October 18, 2011 Shimano chains are prone to failure of not installed properly - always use the installation pin and make sure you do not insert the pin too far. Once installed I normally pop the chain tool onto the other side of the chain and give it a quarter turn back to make it pop into position properly. If the link is tight then it's wrong - the pin normally eases into place - you can feel the "pop" in the chain tool - it's tight and hard to turn until it pops then suddenly the tool loosens up - that when you know it's right. Shimano chains are great but installation is not as simple as it seems.... Eldron you don't use 'powerlinks'
NotSoBigBen Posted October 18, 2011 Posted October 18, 2011 Shimano chains are prone to failure of not installed properly - always use the installation pin and make sure you do not insert the pin too far. Once installed I normally pop the chain tool onto the other side of the chain and give it a quarter turn back to make it pop into position properly. If the link is tight then it's wrong - the pin normally eases into place - you can feel the "pop" in the chain tool - it's tight and hard to turn until it pops then suddenly the tool loosens up - that when you know it's right. Shimano chains are great but installation is not as simple as it seems.... Eldron you don't use 'powerlinks'
Zula Posted October 18, 2011 Posted October 18, 2011 On the topic of chains. Is it possible to run a 10 speed shimano chain with a sram quick link that comes apart? My understanding of the 10 speed quick link is that once its in place thats it you cant remove it. I have the 9 speed quick link on my mtb and it works a charm and want the same system on the road bike. Any ideas?
covie Posted October 18, 2011 Posted October 18, 2011 Zula you can use any brand, as long as its a 9spd specific quicklink for 9spd chains and 10spd specific for 10spd chains, Brand does not matter. I prefer SRAM quickllinks since ive never had issues with them.
Eldron Posted October 18, 2011 Posted October 18, 2011 Eldron you don't use 'powerlinks' On 9 speed I used to but the 10 speed stuff is not removable once installed (as far as I know). I don't remove my chain once installed - clean it on the bike until it's poked then pop a new once on. I could use powerlinks but have had no issues with broken chains. Ever.
NotSoBigBen Posted October 18, 2011 Posted October 18, 2011 On 9 speed I used to but the 10 speed stuff is not removable once installed (as far as I know). I don't remove my chain once installed - clean it on the bike until it's poked then pop a new once on. I could use powerlinks but have had no issues with broken chains. Ever. I got a 'new' 10sp 'powerlink' that is re-usable (not black, sort of silver in colour ....) from my LBS last week. And I have had to 'break' the chain once already and it was cool!
Eldron Posted October 18, 2011 Posted October 18, 2011 I got a 'new' 10sp 'powerlink' that is re-usable (not black, sort of silver in colour ....) from my LBS last week. And I have had to 'break' the chain once already and it was cool! What make? It's always nice to have a powerlink on your chain - good to keep in tubby bag too!
RacerX Posted October 18, 2011 Posted October 18, 2011 Any recommendations for a stronger chain?Connex. Nice powerlink too. Never had an issue with mine.
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