Thread: What is the ideal singlespeed chain tension?
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Old 06-11-10, 10:53 PM
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if it's too loose, all it does is increase the chance of popping off at a most inopportune time.

When at the proper tension your chain should only move vertically by around 3/8in to 1/2in when you lift it with your finger or tool.
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