Shimano chain differences?

Jamieg285
Jamieg285 Posts: 98
edited August 2011 in MTB general
Based on advice here http://www.bikeradar.com/forum/viewtopic.php?p=17149348 I have been looking online for possible replacement parts. So far I've found at least 3 different Shimano chains which are compatible, but I have no idea what the differences are.

Can anyone explain the differences between HG40, HG50 & HG70, or even better tell me where I can find this info for myself?

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  • nicklouse
    nicklouse Posts: 50,675
    http://cycle.shimano-eu.com/

    but of the three the higher the number the "better" the chain


    but any "geared" chain that is not 9 or 10spd will work.
    "Do not follow where the path may lead, Go instead where there is no path, and Leave a Trail."
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  • Jamieg285
    Jamieg285 Posts: 98
    Thanks for the link. I had looked there before, but did have another look this time.

    Am I right in saying that the number is referring to the groupset then? If so, can I mix and match numbers?

    For example, The only replacement cassette that I've found with the ratios I want is a HG30. As stated above I've found 3 chains, but they are all higher numbers. What is the most suitable chain for me and why? The Shimano site doesn't really explain what the differences are.
  • nicklouse
    nicklouse Posts: 50,675
    you can use any chain form any maker as long as the speed is correct. Shimano dont really do Groupset chains as they have them covering a number of differing groups. and there is often more than one assigned to a single group.

    differences. finish and cost.
    "Do not follow where the path may lead, Go instead where there is no path, and Leave a Trail."
    Parktools :?:SheldonBrown

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