Shimano HG93 vs 7701 Chain
Pistof Komrad
because I didn't want to go the extra five or so dollars for the 7701 when I
knew that it wasn't going to last long w/the wet conditions. Surprisingly,
this thing seems every bit as good as the more expensive 7701 in both build
quality and shifting performance. I know what the differences are on paper,
but what are the real-world differences? Does one chain last longer than
the other? Does one have less friction than the other?
Also, has anyone seriously evaluated the HG53? I wouldn't mind finding an
even cheaper chain that's adequate.
FWIW, I did immediately notice that the HG93 has a much lighter grease than
the 7701/7800. The 7701's excess grease is very hard to clean off w/a rag,
but this HG93's was a snap. I'm thinking the heavier grease will last
longer but create more friction.(?)
Dave
jim beam
means less corrosion, but it doesn't mean much on a chain that gets
properly lubed. they're both pretty much the same quality.
apparent grease thickness is probably a function of age. like you, most
people buy the cheaper chain, so the expensive one sits around longer.
consequently, more of the light elements of the grease get a chance to
evaoporate through the cellophane wrapper. if you left the hg93 long
enough, it too would have "thick" grease.
hg53? yes, i've ridden those. they last just as well as the more
expensive ones, shift just as well, so i like them. only reason i don't
have one on a bike right now is 'cos i got a number of hg93's cheap from
a friend, but i wouldn't hesitate to put one on a beater. or a good
bike for that matter. and i probably will if my source dries up.
i'm all for cheap, but don't go /too/ low. it's hard to make chain
that's reliable - to go below that threshold is asking for problems.
Qui si parla Campagnolo
I
knew that it wasn't going to last long w/the wet conditions. Surprisingly,
this thing seems every bit as good as the more expensive 7701 in both build
<< I know what the differences are on paper,
There are no real world advantages. \Like automotive car oil, use the least
expensive compatible chain, keep clean, change regularly.
Peter Chisholm
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Pistof
"jim beam" <u...@ftc.gov> wrote in message
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> no practical difference. 7701 is nickel plated, which theoretically
> means less corrosion, but it doesn't mean much on a chain that gets
> properly lubed. they're both pretty much the same quality.
>
> apparent grease thickness is probably a function of age. like you, most
> people buy the cheaper chain, so the expensive one sits around longer.
> consequently, more of the light elements of the grease get a chance to
> evaoporate through the cellophane wrapper. if you left the hg93 long
> enough, it too would have "thick" grease.
Really, how long is long enough, cause' I noticed that the new 7800 chain
that came on my bike as well as the replacement one that I bought shortly
after DA10 was released had the same heavy grease.
> hg53? yes, i've ridden those. they last just as well as the more
> expensive ones, shift just as well, so i like them. only reason i don't
> have one on a bike right now is 'cos i got a number of hg93's cheap from
> a friend, but i wouldn't hesitate to put one on a beater. or a good
> bike for that matter. and i probably will if my source dries up.
Well, on your advice I bought an HG53 from Nashbar today. It cost me $10.75
+other crud +shipping +handling...
> i'm all for cheap, but don't go /too/ low. it's hard to make chain
> that's reliable - to go below that threshold is asking for problems.
Hopefully this inexpensive Shimano chain will work for me.