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Is a Dura Ace 11 speed chain any better than Ultegra? It is only a few bucks more, and if it shifts better and/or lasts longer, why not? OTOH, if it doesn't play nice with Ultegra cogs and sprocket, I don't want to make a mistake. #1 · Aug 3, 2015 Is a Dura Ace 11 speed chain any better than Ultegra? It is only a few bucks more, and if it shifts better and/or lasts longer, why not? OTOH, if it doesn't play nice with Ultegra cogs and sprocket, I don't want to make a mistake. Sort by Oldest first Oldest first Newest first Most reactions #2 · Aug 3, 2015 The only benefit is a couple of grams in weight saving. Fully compatible eitherway (with DA chain on Ultegra of Ultegra chain on DA system). The price bump is not much either so you really can't go wrong with either one. Both quality products. #3 · Aug 3, 2015 It works fine on Ultegra, done it a couple times for the same reason you have, only a few bucks difference. Didn't notice any difference in shifting really. #4 · Aug 3, 2015 any difference in durability? #5 · Aug 3, 2015 If you believe Shamano, yes. They say they use special materials and coatings on DA chains that reduce friction and increase chain life. I haven't directly or scientifically compared DA to Ultegra chains but among the chains I've used DAs do seem to last the longest. #10 · Aug 9, 2015 Same here. I always use DA chains and derailleurs and Ultegra cassettes. Show more replies 0 Reply #6 · Aug 3, 2015 If you want a chain that really lasts a long time put a Campy Record on. They aren't a better value because they cost a bunch more but they do last a bunch longer than Shimano. #8 · Aug 3, 2015 Only cost a bunch more here in the USA. $40/chain: Campagnolo 11 Spd Record Chain, Chains, CHAINS 1 Reply #7 · Aug 3, 2015 First of all, it is important to note that both the CN-9000 (Dura-Ace) and CN-6800 (Ultegra) non-directional chains are no longer available. The new chains, CN-HG900-11 and CN-HG700-11 are a result of development for 11spd MTB drivetrains and in testing, Shimano found that these XTr/Dura-Ace and XT/Ultegra level chains benefit from their directionality and outperform both the old chains in road shifting performance. Also of note is that the 'special coating' is not only used on Dura-Ace chains. The special plating, called Sil-Tec is used on all the 11spd chains, but in varying degrees. Here is the cheat-sheet:

Of note is that the higher the level of chain, the more of the parts of it are treated with that special nickel-PTFE plating process. Aside from the rollers being Sil-Tec plated, there is also a very slighy reduction in weight thanks to the hollow pins but really, chain weight is not an issue. The real benefit of the top level chain is that Sil-Tec plating on all the friction surfaces of the chain, even the rollers. #9 · Aug 7, 2015 Thanks. Just ordered the CN-HG900-11. I think I have less than a month left on the old one. #13 · Apr 24, 2016 HG900-11 Vs HG700-11 Like most people it s the coatings on more parts that interest me. I am wondering will it run more smooth? Just wondering if my Park Tool CT3.2 will work OK with the hollow pins ? What is the best chain lube to use with this chain ? I am running full 6870 DI2 with 52/36 crank and 11/28 cassette. Show more replies 1 Reply #15 · Apr 24, 2016 I understand that. It more that as the pin is hollow will the anvil of the chain tool not sit into the pilot as start to widening it #22 · Apr 30, 2016 I snapped a Dura Ace HG-900-11 chain during a mountain bike race this past week. The shop replaced it with an Ultegra HG-700-11 chain. I'm hoping it'll be a little stronger than the Dura Ace chain. FYI, I run an XTR 11 speed drivetrain on my MTB. #23 · May 1, 2016 i recall Art's cyclery did a piece on this. They reccomended Ultegra as the better option for chains. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QdPefZ27Ne4 #30 · May 6, 2016 I also checked it with a ruler. I never understood why people say these things suck. What they measure is the distance between 12 rollers. If that increases, regardless of the reason, it is going to start to trash your cassette. Insert Quotes Post Reply

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