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Old 11-09-08, 11:42 PM
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Tuggnut/tensioners in Vancouver?

Hi -- posted this in regional forums, but it doesn't seem to be getting any replies. Where in Vancouver, BC would I find a Surly Tuggnut or other chain tensioner? I'm not sure if some tensioners are better than others, so I suppose suggestions would be welcome if the Tuggnut is really the wrong way to go.

And, while I'm at it, anyone know of a place that has a supply of Powergrips? Not a toeclip fan, and I don't want to wear my clipless shoes all the time.

Thanks in advance.
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Originally Posted by gbcb
Hi -- posted this in regional forums, but it doesn't seem to be getting any replies. Where in Vancouver, BC would I find a Surly Tuggnut or other chain tensioner? I'm not sure if some tensioners are better than others, so I suppose suggestions would be welcome if the Tuggnut is really the wrong way to go.

And, while I'm at it, anyone know of a place that has a supply of Powergrips? Not a toeclip fan, and I don't want to wear my clipless shoes all the time.

Thanks in advance.
The regional forum that everyone actually posts on is fixedvancouver.com.

Surly dealers:
Dream
Mighty Riders

You might also want to try Super Champion.

An alternative to the tuggnut would be any bmx tensioner; get it from a place like Ride On.
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I'd try Mighty Riders.
If they don't have them, they can order. For stuff like that I found them to be really good.
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Cool, thanks -- I'll check out Mighty Riders today.
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In case anyone is keeping track, I found both the Tuggnut and Power Grips at Dream Cycle. Nice guys, too.
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