Just thought I would vent my frustration at Evans Cycles just trying to purchase a new chain without having to wait for delivery. Unfortunately they are only selling the old model XTR chain 7700 when all other dealers are doing 7701 considerably cheaper. Do you think they have done this for a reason?
http://www.jejamescycles.co.uk/shimano-cn-7701-item11030.html
http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/Models.aspx?PartnerID=79&ModelID=101
http://www.evanscycles.com/products/shimano/7700-dura-ace-xtr-chain-ec005210
I guess they've done it just to annoy you 🙂
Or they've got stuck with the 7700 ones after buying them at a higher cost and don't want to sell them at a loss. There's been a few trade deals on XTR kit recently which is probably why lots of shops are able to sell the 7701 at £20 rather than the £34.99 rrp.