Front Mechs and chain stay angles
11-03-06, 11:09 AM
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Front Mechs and chain stay angles
I'm looking for a front mech for my new build, however i've noticed on shimano and sram's websites that they suggest a chain stay angle of no more than 69 degrees for their mechs.
Would it make much of a difference if my chain stay's 71 degrees?
Would it make much of a difference if my chain stay's 71 degrees?
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Originally Posted by rea1high
I'm looking for a front mech for my new build, however i've noticed on shimano and sram's websites that they suggest a chain stay angle of no more than 69 degrees for their mechs.
Would it make much of a difference if my chain stay's 71 degrees?
Would it make much of a difference if my chain stay's 71 degrees?
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