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Old 05-01-13 | 10:52 PM
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Originally Posted by kite991
Whats the best way to make sure my chain is tight while I'm attaching my rear wheel? do i just pull the rear wheel back while im turning the nuts to lock it in place? My chain fell off today while i was riding and i nearly at cement.
The best way is by having these: http://www.retro-gression.com/produc...ain-tensioners

That way, you wouldn't need to pull back on the wheel and tension by trial and error. They're great for making micro adjustments.
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