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Old 05-31-07, 08:04 AM
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Chain length

I have read two different methods of establishing chain length:

1) Chain should be just long enough that it can be shifted to big/big without damaging the rear derailler.

2) Chain should be just short enough that when shifted to small/small, the slack side of the chain won't drag against itself on the rear derailler.

If these are different lengths, which is the better way to go?
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