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03-21-10 | 06:28 PM

ssk714

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Chain for SS Bike

Hi. I'm converting my 10 speed into a single speed bike. What long of a chain do I need? How many links do I need?

03-21-10 | 06:42 PM

AEO

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a chain for multispeeds (3/16") should do.
I have no clue how many links you'll need, since that is a variable number.

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03-21-10 | 06:54 PM

ssk714

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So, I would be looking for a 1/2 x 3/16 chain?

03-21-10 | 07:32 PM

ismellfish2

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Pitch is standardized, so you really just have to worry about width. Some people convert singlespeeds to 1/8" chain because you can, but unless you have a burning desire to do that just use standard multispeed chain.

03-21-10 | 07:35 PM

Deshi

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3/16" is massive. I think you mean 3/32".

03-21-10 | 07:37 PM

ssk714

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OK. Which size should I get? 1/2 x 1/8 or 1/2 by 3/16

03-21-10 | 07:39 PM

Leukybear

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Length is not really a problem, you usually always end up with extra links when buying a package of chains as long as you're not running a literally insane gear ratio.