Why does my single speed Slip?
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Luke Nicholls
Joined: Jun 2006
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Why does my single speed Slip?
Hey!
I have just built up my dream custom bike! But my single speed kit on it seems to slip! i really don't know what it is :'(, doe's anyone out there know what could be causing this? Because it is driving me crazy now lol! Please tell me what i can do to prevent this.
Thanks
Luke
I have just built up my dream custom bike! But my single speed kit on it seems to slip! i really don't know what it is :'(, doe's anyone out there know what could be causing this? Because it is driving me crazy now lol! Please tell me what i can do to prevent this.
Thanks
Luke
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From: (bike thief city) Chicago
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You need to be a little more specific. What exactly is slipping on the bike? Is it the rear cog that won't stay put? If so you just need to tighten it. (Take it to local bike shop if you don't have the tool). Congrats on the new build. What is it?
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From: The Poconos, PA
Bikes: Converted 1997 Trek Singletrack 930 singlespeed and a Kona Lavadome singlespeed, fixed Dahon folding bike, fixed 27" Miyata road bike, early 70's Raleigh Chopper
Not sure if this is an SS mtb or road bike. Track ends or vertical dropouts with a singulator? If track ends, wheel could be slipping in the drops. May be using a quick release too. Change out the QR to axle and nuts and add a chain tensioner and you're golden. If vert dropouts, slippage could be chainstay flexing.
Last edited by progre-ss; 06-19-06 at 03:27 PM.





