forces are not strong enough to actually "stretch" the plates of the links
Speak for yourself.
https://www.parktool.com/blog/repair-help/when-to-replace-a-chain-on-a-bicycle
I know, just flexing. I was insinuating that I have enough power that I can actually stretch chains.
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Speak for yourself.