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Old 04-14-12, 10:19 PM
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bfloyd6969
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Chain tensioner for conversions

As I am converting a road bike to a single speed for a family member, I am wondering if there are any considerable differences in quality between the lower priced versions, such as the Nashbar and Sette (actually the Nashbar branded and Sette branded look like they could be from the same maker):

http://www.nashbar.com/bikes/Product...2_175492_-1___
http://www.pricepoint.com/detail/167...-Tensioner.htm

and a more expensive tensioner like the Surly:

http://www.jensonusa.com/!-3zGh7FB1-...rly-Singleator

Does the old adage "you get what you pay for" apply here? I should mention that this will be road only riding, no cross. Thanks.
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