best full link chain?

KMC 610HX. The 510HX was the best full link chain I've ever ran compared to KMC Z 410, Cult 410, and Cult 510 which I've all ran. And the only halflink chain that really disappointed me was the Stolen Shackle. Damn thing stretched bit by bit every week.. Strongest halflink I've ran so far is the Stolen Balland which has stretched only a tiny bit. I've gone back to running my KMC Z 410 cause it's all I got besides the Stolen halflink and I need something that has clearance on my drive side guard.

isnowyaznV2 wrote:

KMC 610HX. The 510HX was the best full link chain I've ever ran compared to KMC Z 410, Cult 410, and Cult 510 which I've all ...more

isnowyaznV2 wrote:

KMC 610HX. The 510HX was the best full link chain I've ever ran compared to KMC Z 410, Cult 410, and Cult 510 which I've all ran. And the only halflink chain that really disappointed me was the Stolen Shackle. Damn thing stretched bit by bit every week.. Strongest halflink I've ran so far is the Stolen Balland which has stretched only a tiny bit. I've gone back to running my KMC Z 410 cause it's all I got besides the Stolen halflink and I need something that has clearance on my drive side guard.

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does the kmc z410 have that gay like snap on link?or do i gotta use a chain breaker?(im used to half link)

KMC Dropbuster, KMC Kool Chain, KMC 510H

I have ran all 3. Personally the Kool Chain is THE BEST. My bro still runs one from a 2005 Haro that had been beat to hell and left out in the rain AND ridden by me for a long time. Amazing chain. Actually never even snapped on me or him. Try that thing out, i have never broke it and i used to break chains all the time. I even grind Drive Side sometimes no guard and it is just fine!

_reyesbmx_ wrote:

does the kmc z410 have that gay like snap on link?or do i gotta use a chain breaker?(im used to half link)

_reyesbmx_ wrote:

does the kmc z410 have that gay like snap on link?or do i gotta use a chain breaker?(im used to half link)

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Wow.. You really don't know chains, haha. It's called a master link, and yes, all full link chains come with one. It's the only way to slam your wheel, and only people who run off gear ratios like 26/9 or 28/9 don't need it. Don't worry, they're really strong obviously. They've been around since the beginning of time.

Full link chains are the best IMO. They run smoother, are cheaper, and are very strong. If you need some fine adjustment to them you can always add in one half link to make it the same as length as a half link chain. Here's a couple great ones.

Strongest full link chain: KMC 710

Bit lighter and still strong: KMC 510

Even lighter and strong: KMC 710 SL

All of these chains come with a quick link, but realistically, you shouldn't use it if you have a chain breaker. Why add a weak link to your chain if you don't have to?

transition_chris wrote:

Full link chains are the best IMO. They run smoother, are cheaper, and are very strong. If you need some fine adjustment to ...more

transition_chris wrote:

Full link chains are the best IMO. They run smoother, are cheaper, and are very strong. If you need some fine adjustment to them you can always add in one half link to make it the same as length as a half link chain. Here's a couple great ones.

Strongest full link chain: KMC 710

Bit lighter and still strong: KMC 510

Even lighter and strong: KMC 710 SL

All of these chains come with a quick link, but realistically, you shouldn't use it if you have a chain breaker. Why add a weak link to your chain if you don't have to?

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in my 7 years of riding & using master links, I have only broken a master link ONCE because it was ghetto rigged to a half link, which was my own fault. I've snapped several other links but the master link always remains okay. It'll be fine to use one and beats having to take your chain apart with a chain breaker every time you need to get your wheel off if you have your shit slammed

The chain that I am running right now and love is the Odyssey Bluebird full link chain. Comes with the master link and a 1 half link.
You should really consider it.

sundaybmxRR wrote:

in my 7 years of riding & using master links, I have only broken a master link ONCE because it was ghetto rigged to a half ...more

sundaybmxRR wrote:

in my 7 years of riding & using master links, I have only broken a master link ONCE because it was ghetto rigged to a half link, which was my own fault. I've snapped several other links but the master link always remains okay. It'll be fine to use one and beats having to take your chain apart with a chain breaker every time you need to get your wheel off if you have your shit slammed

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This. I have never broken a masterlink