Originally Posted by skitbraviking
I notived that once I flipped my year wheel to the fixie side I have to pull my tire back pretty much to the end. This makes for some concern with keeping my chain tight and makes me wonder it it is more likely to slip. Would a chain tensioner be a good idea? What are the benefits of a chain tensioner?
I picked up a Surly Tuggnut. I found it much easier to get my wheel in straight and the initial chainline tight. I didn't really have any problems with slipping before, I was always frustrated with the aforementioned tasks. Real tracknuts and a strong arm should keep the wheel from slipping.
I actually got two on the bike, so I have a backup bottle opener.