Friday, June 18, 2010

Shimano's Hundred Dollar Chain


As you may know "WTF" stands for "why the face?"   The face I am making right now is one of skepticism and wonder. 
Shimano makes a chain where the retail price is $120.  Buying a chain like that would be a waste for me.  If I demonstrated an entire season of good bike maintenance, then maybe.  I have a hard time doing justice to my regular Dura Ace chain.

Officially, "The Shimano Dura Ace Yumeya" and here is the listing from www.Excelsports.com

Yumeya stands for 'dream shop' in Japanese. Meaning a place where the best Shimano components receive the ultimate upgrades to make the best even better.
The 7900 Yumeya is the most advanced chain Shimano produces. Asymmetrical profiled outer links are connected with Titanium-nitride coated inner links for added durability. Almost 20% more stretch resistant. Best chain Shimano makes for 10 speed drivetrains. 
Features: Increased oil retention, Hollow pins, Asymmetrical outer links, 261 gams actual weight 

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