Forever Japan: Izumi Chains

Go behind the scenes at Izumi's Japanese factory to see how they make bicycle chains.

It’s a part we don’t think about very often – the chain. Luckily, Izumi Chains has been perfecting them for 100years, manufacturing in Japan, and earning a reputation as the top chain manufacturer in the world. When Shimano needs a chain for its top of the line groups, they ask Izumi Chain to make it. When Keirin racers want a chain to handle their massive power they look to Izumi. PELOTON traveled to Japan to get a behind the scenes look at how Izumi does it. Come along.