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Even with QR?

There is definitely enough room to pull the wheel back and get sufficient tension on the chain as it is, but because the chaintug wasn't sitting against the back of the dropouts I thought that there was a problem. I'll gladly get rid of the chaintug if I don't need one (one less thing to give me hassle), but I was under the impression that running without one was problematic.

It's like this -

Hi.

I've just built a new ss On One Slotted Inbred and cannot get the chain tension correct.

I haven't ridden it yet because I cannot get the correct tension on the chain. The chain, as it stands currently, is too long, but if I shorten it to the next available shorter length then it's too short.

As it is at the moment (too long), I can slide the wheel back and get some tension on the chain, but the On One chain tug bolts are then not long enough to sit against the back of the dropouts, which would mean that there is a chance for the wheel to pull forward. I don't want to have to have a tensioner, because that is the reason I bought a slotted dropout.

Has anyone here got a similar set-up? Perhaps I could get longer bolts for the chaintug (if I can locate some), or do I need to get a half link for the chain?

The chain is a 'KMC X9.93 9 Speed Chain' - is this part of the problem?

Thanks in advance for any advice.

You know what they say about tits...they do attract a lot of suckers!

Just thought I'd ask. I have known some people say to avoid facing on a steel frame, whereas others say that there isn't a problem.

Thanking you ever so kindly.

Some say 'Yay', and some say 'Nay', but what is the general thought behind facing bb shells etc on steel frames and corrosion?

Is there a potential corrosion problem when facing a steel frame?

Hi.

After enjoying a singlespeed conversion on one of my older bikes for the last couple of months, I've finally taken the plunge and bought myself a slotted Inbred frame. I'm now in the market for some parts, and being that this is my first proper singlespeed frame, I'm after a good and effective chaintug to use with QR.

Is the Surly Tuggnut compatible with this frame/QR? Or, are the On One chaintugs just as effective?

Well tomorrow is a new year, leave it to tomorrow, you can justify it by the fact that you haven't spent any money yet =P

I'm in the same boat, originally started looking for a Path Racer type bike for less than £200, now about to fork out about £450 for an SS 29er ><

I suppose there are worse things to spend our money on, eh! ;-)

However, I know it's only a further 2.5%, but the VAT goes up tomorrow so I think today is the day!

Thanks for all the help.

After your comments, I can now see how there would be an advantage using a singlespeed frame over a tensioner set-up. I've now to convince myself to get my hand in my pocket and purchase.

Damn, I've spent so much on bike-related stuff this year!

Thanks for the helpful replies.

I will be using disc brakes.

First things first - 'Hi' to all!

Up until approx. 6 weeks ago I thought that off-road singlespeed wouldn't be for me. However, I had a sudden change of mind and decided on a DMR conversion kit to use on one of my old geared bikes, with the sole purpose of upping my fitness.

Much to my surprise, I took to it immediately, and have not used my other geared bike since the conversion. I absolutely love climbing hills and I have relished the new challenges my singlespeed conversion has provided me with, and also seen the desired improvement in my fitness.

Now to the issue - I have a perfectly good geared bike, the SS conversion and also a new-build to start.

My intention for the new-build was to build an XC 27-speed bike, but since the singlespeed experience, I have had second thoughts. I am now considering selling the new frame in order to purchase an 'On One Inbred Slotted', which I can use as singlespeed in the Winter and geared in the Summer.

My question is - will I see a benefit from using a singlespeed frame, such as the 'Inbred', as opposed to continuing to use a conversion kit?

What's the first sign of maddness?

Suggs walking up your driveway.

Oh, that is class...I'm having that one!

Well, it is my second.

I wonder why this is my favourite thread so far!