Double, triple, quadruple speeds...

frenchfighter

Hi,

I was going to buy a singlespeed for my commute, but on consideration I do use about 3-4 gear ratios consistently so I am unsure whether it would be such a good idea.

My question is whether it is possible to have a single chain ring and a 3 or 4 spd cassette. I have never seen one of these but don't see why it can't be possible.

Any suggestions are much appreciated.

amt27

instead of single speed i have gone for a 2 speed set up on my mtb

2 chain rings and 1 rear sprocket, using a Paul's Melvin chain tensioner,

this gives me a 2:1 ratio for mtbing and 2.5:1 ratio (3:1 would be better) for the roads to the mtb tracks and for downhills, i change gears with my index finger acting as a shifter,

might be possible to do 3 chain rings and 1 sprocket with the Melvin or using a normal derailer to tension the chain,

chain allignment is key for ss and Paul's recommend you set the allignment for the lower gear as the tension of the Melvin compensates for miss allignment on the high gear,

aracer

I'd suggest that given your requirements what you need is a nice 3-speed hub gear. Either that or if a 3/4 cog cassette really would work for you, then I'd suggest that you'll be fine on a singlespeed - you'll just get to experience a wider range of cadences.