What makes the SRAM PC-X1 Chain the right choice for 11-speed MTB?

The SRAM PC-X1 is an 11-speed chain built specifically for mountain bike drivetrains, engineered to handle the lateral flex and dirt exposure that trail and XC riding demands. At 118 links it ships ready to run with minimal cuts needed for most builds, and the hollow pins and shaped side plates deliver high pin strength with less weight than a standard chain. Designed to work with X1 and GX 1x11 mountain drivetrains, it provides crisp, positive shifts under trail conditions where a road chain would skip or stretch prematurely.

The PC-X1 uses SRAM's PowerLock master link for tool-free chain installation and removal, making it straightforward to swap during chain maintenance without a chain press. It is compatible with any standard 11-speed mountain cassette using a Shimano-spline freehub, and indexes correctly with SRAM 11-speed trigger shifters and derailleurs. Pair it with a fresh Eagle or GX cassette for the best wear characteristics and longest combined service life. If you are building or maintaining an 11-speed trail or XC mountain drivetrain and want a chain that is built for the job, the PC-X1 is the right spec.