I have no idea how the chain ended up so slack in the 34-11 combo, I think I always measured my chains based on the original installed chain. I’m replacing the chain this week, but I may experiment with the old chain and remove some links to be sure of how long the new one should be [image]

I routed the chain around the outside of my jockey wheel cage like an idiot! I’ve fitted loads of chains and have never made this rookie mistake before. Only did one ride and the chain had already cut a fair way into the cage - looks like it would have fixed itself eventually :thinking:

We’ve all been there. It’s pretty obvious because your nice new shiny chain is silly loud! It’ll only cost you one quick link (Shimano say theirs aren’t re-usable). I think KMC say theirs are re-usable IIRC (I’ve been using a used 11sp KMC quick link on the trainer with an 8 speed Shimano chain for…

I do generally agree tbh, but for the price of a multipack of quick links, I choose not to risk it on the bike I ride outdoors

I didn’t think the KMC links were reusable but I do keep an old one in my pocket as a get me home fix.

The KMC links say “non re-usable” in big letters on the front of the package… I think it’s more of a guide than a rule though :thinking: Honestly, I re used mine in this case after having used it for a single ride - I wouldn’t make a habit of it.

I have done that as well but caught it before I did a ride. One thing I always do now is back spin the crank after installing a chain. Seems like any install issues really present themselves on a back spin. Ron

I use shimano, and the cost of 2 sets of quicklinks is at least $15. and I rewax my chain every 500 miles. That’ll add up for sure! I reuse them all the time

I find that I can reuse the Shimano ones about 3-4 times before they feel loose. I was going to buy the Connex link but it won’t last forever anyway because the roller portion wears like the regular chain anyway, so sticking to Shimano. Also someone here noted that the chain being so slack in that …

Yeh, I definitely wouldn’t spend that much if I were re-using them all the time. But that is some good anecdotal info. I’m yet to decide whether to clean my new race chain on or off the bike (using Tru Tension drip race lube), so good to know the links hold up well.

Chain too slack? Lol

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Must be two types

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Chain too slack? Lol

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