best method for determining chain length?

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04-09-16 | 03:53 PM

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Originally Posted by Plainsman

I'm installing a mid-cage rear derailleur on my road bike. Going with a 10 speed 12-32 cassette paired with a 50/34 front. I know there are a few methods out there. Which do you find tends to work best when sizing a new chain to a new size cassette?

So which method are you doing?

04-09-16 | 06:03 PM

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I use big front/small rear with derailleurs pulleys vertical. Worked for me so far.

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