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Review by FiddlerWorthwhile Upgrade and Solid Componentby FiddlerCycling EnthusiastAlexandria, VA3 of 3 customers found this review helpful.I recently purchased this chain as a replacement for a KMC chain I had previously. My bike had a mix of Shimano 105, KMC, and FSA components, but I've made a couple upgrades to Ultegra as I wore parts out. I found this chain to be easy to install and it's running smoothly on my bike now. I've noticed that my efficiency has increased slightly since installation, which has translated to several unexpected PRs on Strava segments. I am very happy with the high standard Shimano has set with their components, and Ultegra is a great balance of performance and price.
Reviewed 4/3/2017Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Fiddler was helpful/No, review by Fiddler was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
I recently purchased this chain as a replacement for a KMC chain I had previously. My bike had a mix of Shimano 105, KMC, and FSA components, but I've made a couple upgrades to Ultegra as I wore parts out. I found this chain to be easy to install and it's running smoothly on my bike now. I've noticed that my efficiency has increased slightly since installation, which has translated to several unexpected PRs on Strava segments. I am very happy with the high standard Shimano has set with their components, and Ultegra is a great balance of performance and price.
Review by AnonymousChain, chain, chain..by AnonymousCycling EnthusiastPortlandOf fools. Pandemic allowed me to ride more miles in 2020 that normal and led to the rookie mistake of waiting too long to replace the chain which often time leads to replacing the cassette too. As was the case this time. Word of advice for the DIY'er, make sure you have a quality chain tool and use the right pin as 9sp, 10sp, and 11sp are all different. If using a master link, you'll find it much easier to connect with Master Link pliers like Park MLP-1.2.
Reviewed 8/10/2021Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Anonymous was helpful/No, review by Anonymous was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Of fools. Pandemic allowed me to ride more miles in 2020 that normal and led to the rookie mistake of waiting too long to replace the chain which often time leads to replacing the cassette too. As was the case this time. Word of advice for the DIY'er, make sure you have a quality chain tool and use the right pin as 9sp, 10sp, and 11sp are all different. If using a master link, you'll find it much easier to connect with Master Link pliers like Park MLP-1.2.
Review by BillPreferred chain for our tandemby BillFloridaUse on our tandems
Reviewed 3/2/2023Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Bill was helpful/No, review by Bill was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Use on our tandems
Review by pushing 60 but pedaling 20 mphMy Cannondale caad10 Ultegra is so sweet to ride especially when I am sporting a new Shimano chain. by pushing 60 but pedaling 20 mphDaily CommuterPortland, OR3 of 3 customers found this review helpful.A new chain can make your bike run like a deer. I love my Cannondale caad10 Ultegra, but even more when my favorite mechanic Todd puts on a new chain and tightens up the derailleur. Ride safe, but wear a bracelet with your medical contact.
Reviewed 11/1/2018Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by pushing 60 but pedaling 20 mph was helpful/No, review by pushing 60 but pedaling 20 mph was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
A new chain can make your bike run like a deer. I love my Cannondale caad10 Ultegra, but even more when my favorite mechanic Todd puts on a new chain and tightens up the derailleur. Ride safe, but wear a bracelet with your medical contact.
Review by Old riderGood chainby Old riderCycling EnthusiastCa4 of 4 customers found this review helpful.Replaced my original chain after 3600 miles (still had life left) on trek road bike. The shimano is lighter and shifts smoother than the original even when new. I get good miles out of my chains as I clean them every 150-200 miles. I remove soak them in simple green, scrub with paint brush, rinse and blow dry with hair dryer, reinstall with master link then use Motorex road strong motor cycle lube. I know your thinking this guy is text book OCD my wife keeps telling me that, never the less my LBS tells me what ever I'm doing its working.
Reviewed 7/5/2017Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Old rider was helpful/No, review by Old rider was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Replaced my original chain after 3600 miles (still had life left) on trek road bike. The shimano is lighter and shifts smoother than the original even when new. I get good miles out of my chains as I clean them every 150-200 miles. I remove soak them in simple green, scrub with paint brush, rinse and blow dry with hair dryer, reinstall with master link then use Motorex road strong motor cycle lube. I know your thinking this guy is text book OCD my wife keeps telling me that, never the less my LBS tells me what ever I'm doing its working.
Review by KeirinVery nice durable chain. by KeirinCompetitive RacerLodi, California3 of 3 customers found this review helpful.Cleans easy and last long.
Reviewed 2/23/2017Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Keirin was helpful/No, review by Keirin was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Cleans easy and last long.
Review by AnonymousGood quiet reliable chainby AnonymousCompetitive RacerKaty, Tx1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.Good reliable chain that is quiet and shifts well. I train a great deal for all types of road races and go through several chains each year. Caught these on sale and stocked up for the year. The order was shipped quickly and arrived within a few days. I have always had good service from Western Bikeworks.
Reviewed 2/11/2017Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Anonymous was helpful/No, review by Anonymous was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Good reliable chain that is quiet and shifts well. I train a great deal for all types of road races and go through several chains each year. Caught these on sale and stocked up for the year. The order was shipped quickly and arrived within a few days. I have always had good service from Western Bikeworks.
Review by AnonymousShimano Ultegra CN-6701 10-Speed Chainby Anonymous1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.Great chain. Great price.
Reviewed 1/16/2017Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Anonymous was helpful/No, review by Anonymous was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Great chain. Great price.
Review by G KuchNearly as good as Dura Ace and less expensiveby G KuchCycling EnthusiastNorthern Virginia2 of 2 customers found this review helpful.I have an all Ultegra 10 speed drive train, except for FSA cranks. I ran Ultegra chains for a couple of years, but then came across sale on Dura Ace 10 speed chains and decided to try it. No perceptible difference in performance or longevity, but noticeably quieter that Ultegra. Now I can't seem to find Dura Ace 10 speed chains anywhere. Perhaps Shimano has quit making them. Anyway, the Ultegra chain is a great chain and if you find it on sale get a couple.
Reviewed 11/19/2015Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by G Kuch was helpful/No, review by G Kuch was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
I have an all Ultegra 10 speed drive train, except for FSA cranks. I ran Ultegra chains for a couple of years, but then came across sale on Dura Ace 10 speed chains and decided to try it. No perceptible difference in performance or longevity, but noticeably quieter that Ultegra. Now I can't seem to find Dura Ace 10 speed chains anywhere. Perhaps Shimano has quit making them. Anyway, the Ultegra chain is a great chain and if you find it on sale get a couple.
Review by AnonymousWant a replacement chainby AnonymousCasual CyclistCedar Rapids, Iowa2 of 6 customers found this review helpful. Hi I am new rider and I don't know very much about the 10 speed chains. Does it fits any size? I had a 10 speed cassette Shimano.
Reviewed 4/1/2015WesternBikeworks.com CommentsHi!
10 speed chains are designed for 10 speed drive trains and this chain is an excellent choice as Ultegra is known for its durability, weight savings, and strength; you won't be disappointed!
Best,
Jeremy
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Hi I am new rider and I don't know very much about the 10 speed chains. Does it fits any size? I had a 10 speed cassette Shimano.
Review by BillBest chain for your moneyby BillCycling EnthusiastFlorida1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.Well made, lasts longer than other brands, use on tandems and single bikes
Reviewed 6/28/2019Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Bill was helpful/No, review by Bill was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Well made, lasts longer than other brands, use on tandems and single bikes
Review by BillBest chain for cycling long distance by BillCycling EnthusiastFlorida rail trails1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.I like using A pin in stead of quick release
Reviewed 5/13/2019Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Bill was helpful/No, review by Bill was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
I like using A pin in stead of quick release
Review by AnonymousWorks well with the new cassetteby Anonymous1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.This chain was easy to install and works well with my new cassette.
Reviewed 4/25/2019Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Anonymous was helpful/No, review by Anonymous was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
This chain was easy to install and works well with my new cassette.
Review by jbird17011It's a chainby jbird17011Cycling EnthusiastCamp Hill, PA1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.Nice quality 10 speed chain. Works well on Shimano drive
Reviewed 2/28/2019Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by jbird17011 was helpful/No, review by jbird17011 was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Nice quality 10 speed chain. Works well on Shimano drive
Review by Michael Dreceived quickly, no problemby Michael DCycling EnthusiastDenver CO1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.standard chain, good value, use tool for pin
Reviewed 8/6/2018Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Michael D was helpful/No, review by Michael D was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
standard chain, good value, use tool for pin
Review by Michael Dno problem, prompt delivery, good price and valueby Michael DCycling EnthusiastDenver, CO1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.need chain tool to shorten and put pin. Keep lettering on chain outside (to the right) per picture supplied with chain. easy to install
Reviewed 7/19/2018Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Michael D was helpful/No, review by Michael D was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
need chain tool to shorten and put pin. Keep lettering on chain outside (to the right) per picture supplied with chain. easy to install
Review by Tom RWorks great alwaysby Tom RCycling EnthusiastL.I.N.Y.all seasons 20degrees F1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.7,000 miles a year,replace at 0.75 wear indicator
Reviewed 5/11/2018Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by Tom R was helpful/No, review by Tom R was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
7,000 miles a year,replace at 0.75 wear indicator
Review by p,orbikereconomical, durable, dependableby p,orbikerCycling Enthusiastportland, or1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.use on a road bike. Plenty long to fit big gears. Easy to install, just be sure chain writing is facing out as it is directional which improves shifting. I install a removable master link for easy cleaning. It would be nice if Shimano included one but the pin also works fine. Google the chain for specific installation instructions. In case the chain breaks, a spare master link will get you home.
Reviewed 4/21/2018Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by p,orbiker was helpful/No, review by p,orbiker was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
use on a road bike. Plenty long to fit big gears. Easy to install, just be sure chain writing is facing out as it is directional which improves shifting. I install a removable master link for easy cleaning. It would be nice if Shimano included one but the pin also works fine. Google the chain for specific installation instructions. In case the chain breaks, a spare master link will get you home.
Review by JRGood chainby JRCycling EnthusiastHoustn, TX3 of 3 customers found this review helpful.Chain is good came as original equipment with my BMC.
Reviewed 1/26/2021Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by JR was helpful/No, review by JR was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
Chain is good came as original equipment with my BMC.
Review by biojazzEasy installation, was a direct replacement for an old chain with a stuck link, works great.by biojazzDaily CommuterPortland, OR1 of 1 customers found this review helpful.I purchased a used Soma Smoothie that was decked out with Ultegra components. After a few months into the rainy season, my drivetrain and shifting became dodgy, which turned to be due to a stuck link. Unfortunately, I couldn't un-stick the link, so I purchased this chain, which was identical to what I had. That made for a quickeasy replacement. Things are smooth, once again. )
Reviewed 3/22/2018Was this review useful to you? Yes, review by biojazz was helpful/No, review by biojazz was not helpfulThank you for your feedback.
I purchased a used Soma Smoothie that was decked out with Ultegra components. After a few months into the rainy season, my drivetrain and shifting became dodgy, which turned to be due to a stuck link. Unfortunately, I couldn't un-stick the link, so I purchased this chain, which was identical to what I had. That made for a quickeasy replacement. Things are smooth, once again. )