Pros: Durable, Good Fit, Lightweight, Rugged, Versatile
Cons: Expensive
"These chain links are a god send. Gone are the days of fiddling with an extractor tool, or even worse a hammer a nail and a vice.
They are very simple to fit without needing any tools. Simply push the two sides together - job done. Even better it is very simple to seperate the chain when you want to which is ideal for cleaning. To seperate just squeeze together and push the chain together.
These are so small and light you would be crazy not to carry one when out riding, just in case. I was this crazy person, but after a 5 mile walk with a broken chain in one hand and a useless bike on the other I have learnt my lesson."
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Review 2 for KMC7/8 Speed Chain Links
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RedMG
City: Edinburgh
Country:United Kingdom
Age:35-44
Interest:Road Cyclist
Level:Regular
Gender:Male
Road Cyclist
Date:May 19, 2012
Vital component
Pros: Great Value, High Quality, Good Fit
"Good quality component and value for money. Easy to fit."
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Review 3 for KMC7/8 Speed Chain Links
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Qapla
Date:April 29, 2012
If you use Shimano 8 speed chains - get these NOW!
Pros: Great Value, High Quality, Good Fit
"To my knowledge these are the only removable chain links that properly fit Shimano HG50 8 speed chains. Shimano HG50 chains are great - the only drawback to them is that they don't have a removable link. SRAM ones won't fit. Wipperman links do fit them but they're a royal pain in the backside to clip and unclip. These KMC links not only fit the Shimano chains but have exactly the same ease of use as the SRAM links. And they're cheaper too. At the moment I cannot recommend them highly enough (although admittedly I haven't really put in much mileage with these links as of writing, it's just that they were a joy to fit! :)"
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DustyBadger
City: Stockbridge, Hants
Country:United Kingdom
Age:25-34
Interest:Cross Country MTB
Level:Regular
Gender:Male
Mountain Biker
Date:March 12, 2012
For Shimano HG Narrow chain use the 7.1mm
Pros: Durable, Great Value, High Quality, Good Fit
"I now have KMC speed links on all the chains in my family. They work perfectly and coupled with some link pliers are quick and easy to use. I originally purchased the 7.3mm links as it states that these fit Shimano HG chains but it seems that HG Narrow chains have 7.1mm pins. Luckly i've been able to use the 7.3s on another 8speed bike. Great service from Wiggle - delivered incorrect product at first but quickly corrected - Thanks!!"
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Review 5 for KMC7/8 Speed Chain Links
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fenice
City: Vannes
Country:France
Age:55-64
Interest:Road Cyclist
Level:Regular
Gender:Male
Budget:Value for money
Road Cyclist
Date:November 2, 2011
Does what it says on the tin!
Pros: Great Value, High Quality
"Excellent product. What can I say, this does exactly what it's intended for."
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Review 6 for KMC7/8 Speed Chain Links
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Coastal
Date:August 19, 2011
Great
Pros: Durable, Great Value, Adjustable, Good Fit
"These are great chains and i find they do not stretch ore wear out as quick as other chains"
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Review 7 for KMC7/8 Speed Chain Links
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stefas
Date:July 18, 2011
"Always bring an extra link in case of chain failure!"
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Review 8 for KMC7/8 Speed Chain Links
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mintslice
Date:June 26, 2011
Didn't fit
Cons: Poor Fit
"While these links seemed like they should work with the KMC Z610 HX Silver Chain they are specific to only a couple of KMC chains and don't fit the chain I use."
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Review 9 for KMC7/8 Speed Chain Links
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KWECIEN
Country:United Kingdom
Age:35-44
Interest:Road Cyclist
Level:Regular
Gender:Male
Budget:Value for money
Road Cyclist
Date:June 13, 2011
kmc
Pros: Great Value, High Quality
"one of the best purchase you can ever make.just wish i had one on the cheshire cat.as my chain broke at mowcop.always in saddle bag just in case for the next event."
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Review 10 for KMC7/8 Speed Chain Links
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justsomedude
City: Teesdale
Country:United Kingdom
Age:35-44
Interest:Road Cyclist
Level:Regular
Gender:Male
Budget:Value for money
Road Cyclist
Date:June 10, 2011
Pros: Durable, Great Value, Good Fit
"Put two in my repair kit for a c2c (there are 2 in the pack) - didn't need them but they bought peace of mind. Have used a kmc chain with this sp[lit link and found it really easy to fit. recommended"
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Review 11 for KMC7/8 Speed Chain Links
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SpirosAgrinio
City: Agrinio
Country:Greece
Age:25-34
Interest:Cross Country MTB
Level:Regular
Gender:Male
Budget:Value for money
Mountain Biker
Date:May 13, 2011
necessary!!!
Pros: Great Value, High Quality
"Very good value and great quality.Fits perfect on my KMC chain and it is very easy to use it. You can remove your chain, or put it back without any trouble."
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Review 12 for KMC7/8 Speed Chain Links
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J9NDP
City: Sheerness, Kent
Country:United Kingdom
Age:25-34
Interest:Cross Country MTB
Level:Regular
Gender:Male
Budget:Quality first
Mountain Biker
Date:March 14, 2011
must have spare
Pros: Great Value
"I was bored one night and durring some random browsing I came across an article on some must have trail items and the logic behind having one of these in your pack made me think why on earth have I never carried one before? I had just ridden with the logic that if the chain snaps ill shorten it, but now I shouldnt need to. Fortunately I havent needed to use these yet, but the chain im running came with the same link and has run flawlessly. so for the sake of a couple of quid, even if i dont use it and pass it on to a fellow/unknown rider on the trail its a good thing to carry."
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Anonymous
Date:March 8, 2011
"Great product that make breaking and making the chain a doddle. Really useful for cleaning the chain or fixing it at the side of a road."
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Review 14 for KMC7/8 Speed Chain Links
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gmack
City: Adelaide
Country:Australia
Age:35-44
Interest:Cross Country MTB
Level:Advanced
Gender:Male
Budget:Quality first
Mountain Biker
Date:March 5, 2011
KMC links
Pros: Versatile
"Does the job but much cheaper than sram power link. Must have for any trail tool kit."
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Jibber
Date:March 3, 2011
Does the job
Pros: Great Value, High Quality, Good Fit
"The links are fine, I have a couple in my pack just in case of any problems out on the trail, but with the kmc chain I have not had to use."
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Review 16 for KMC7/8 Speed Chain Links
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Rayce
City: Maidstone
Country:United Kingdom
Interest:Cross Country MTB
Level:Advanced
Gender:Male
Budget:Quality first
Mountain Biker
Date:March 1, 2011
So simple
Pros: High Quality, Lightweight
"A brilliantly simple device that takes away all the hassle when joining a chain. Makes chain cleaning an easy off the bike job."
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Review 17 for KMC7/8 Speed Chain Links
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Jean
City: Canberra
Country:Australia
Age:35-44
Interest:Cross Country MTB
Level:Regular
Gender:Male
Mountain Biker
Date:February 27, 2011
Good kit
Pros: Durable, High Quality
"A well made chain connecting pin which does it job well. I've had no problems and don't expect any."
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aitch2011
Country:United Kingdom
Interest:Cross Country MTB
Mountain Biker
Date:February 24, 2011
Verrrry usefull
Pros: Durable, Great Value, Lightweight
"These are indispensable whilst out on the trail. Carry a couple with you and you can always get home when you chain gives way."
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Review 19 for KMC7/8 Speed Chain Links
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Andmont
Date:February 24, 2011
Excellent Purchase
Pros: Durable, Great Value, High Quality
"These are handy for cleaning the chain, no need for new chain pins."
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Review 20 for KMC7/8 Speed Chain Links
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Kaptajnen
City: Odense
Country:Denmark
Age:19-24
Interest:Cross Country MTB
Level:Advanced
Gender:Male
Mountain Biker
Date:January 31, 2011
Chain links
Pros: Great Value, High Quality, Lightweight, Good Fit
"A bit to tricky to disassemble once fitted. But at charm to use on the track, A must for the backpocket."