Thread: + and - of timing gear size?
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Old 09-03-09 | 08:20 AM
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Originally Posted by Phantoj
Big rings would have less chain tension - less bending of the frame under pedaling forces, less chance of derailing the timing chain.
Is this proof of your contention? These timing rings look a bit small.

Originally Posted by uspspro
http://www.inl.org/bicycle/deathride.html

Here is a pic... Strange... the timing chain is not that slack on the flats, nor is it now after the ride. It has well under 1" of deflection. Is this caused by rider power differences?

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