There's some really great help here!!
Originally Posted by
RPK79
Do not shift the front when cross chaining. Better yet, don't cross chain(especially with a triple crank).
Originally Posted by
smarkinson
After rereading your post it sounds like cross chaining. Don't use big rear sprockets with the big chain ring. You are forcing the chain to bend laterally whenever you cross chain and big sprocket to big chain ring forces the chain to bend the most as the distance between the two points at which the chain bends is the shortest.
EDIT: a new chain will also bend side to side less than an older worn one.
Originally Posted by
valygrl
I wonder if the chain is too short? Total guess...
Originally Posted by
halfspeed
If that doesn't fix it, use a better degreaser. If that doesn't fix it, try the mechanics forum.
Originally Posted by
trailflow1
There's some really great help here!! Thanks for these suggestions, it gives me a good place to start!!