Review on Shimano HG71 6-8 Speed Chain by Allen Tchida

My fault? Maybe because it was my first chain that didn't use a master link (buy a few, they're much better in the field) so I installed the pin but felt it was wrong. I was riding the bike around the block, having to stand on the handles to get out of the way and the chain snapped, snapping the butt of my Deor, multiple spokes, cables, suspension and bending the rim. The bike shop confirmed it was an 11 speed pin. The chain came in a loose pouch, not a Shimano box. The needle was in another pocket. You have to choose your fights and that will be hard to prove. When in doubt, BUY the main link! The rest is a regular Shimano 6, 7, 8 speed chain.