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| POSTED BY: sthrnfat on 01/17/2008 | 07:53 PM |
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Want to convert an existing geared frame to SS. Is the singlator reliable? Don't want the chain jumping around.
Any other recommendations on a conversion tool to keep the chain tension high enough to prevent chain jump? |
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| POSTED BY: Mickey on 01/17/2008 | 08:05 PM |
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I've got something similar to a singlator. I can't remember what it is called off the top of my head. But you're welcome to borrow it, try it out and see if you like it before you go and drop cash on one.
If you're interested, let me know and I'll dig through the tool box and find it and let you know what kind it is. It did a decent job, no real complaints. Mickey
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| POSTED BY: Mickey on 01/17/2008 | 08:08 PM |
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Okay, I did a quick search on the net and found what I have. It's a Forte Singlespeed Conversion.
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| POSTED BY: sthrnfat on 01/17/2008 | 08:14 PM |
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I may try that. I'm not too sure about the SS thing for me. There are a few places around where I might be able to ride one, but it sounds pretty painful..
I like the idea of a super simple ride, though.
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| POSTED BY: Gabe on 01/18/2008 | 10:31 AM |
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"The Convert" by Soulcraft is what I've used. It sold for about 50 bucks at FATZ a couple of years ago. It is pricey but works really well with no problems...........
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| POSTED BY: Mickey on 01/18/2008 | 02:36 PM |
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I've been thinking about building up a SS townie for rolling around The Hill (AKA: Mint Hill). Not really into road riding any more, but this weather is making me want another bike to tool around on when it's too muddy. I may just build up an urban assault.
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Single Speeding makes you a better all around rider, no doubt. I have been riding SS for about 6yrs now and currently I only have 29er SS. We rode all the loops at Douthat and some of the grades were 30%! Of course it's all about finding the right gear ratio for the area.
I do have a Willits 29er geared frame on order and the only reason I am building a geared MTB is because I plan on doing some 65-100mile MTB races this year and I don't want to suffer for 6-9hrs!
Go SS, you will love it!
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