Convert to fixie/single speed
madone5.2
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Hi
I have an old Specialised Rockhopper FS (2001 I think).
Could I convert this to a fixie/singlespeed, and if so how?
Thanks
Greg
I have an old Specialised Rockhopper FS (2001 I think).
Could I convert this to a fixie/singlespeed, and if so how?
Thanks
Greg
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what are the dropouts? vertical, semi-horizontal, horizontal or track-fork-ends0
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take off all extraneous parts (the chainrings you won't need, cassette, shifters, mechs)
Get a set of short chainring bolts to fix your chosen ring to the cranks.
Either bash up an old cassette or buy a sprocket in your chosen size, pop it on the freehub with a spacer either side (again either buy or make ).
Adjust chainlength.
Ride.
Consider need for tensioning device. If needed - fit one. If not - don't.
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"Consider need for tensioning device. If needed - fit one. If not - don't."
That answers the single speed bit, but not the fixed! The latter depends on drop outs (or "magic" chain length or - lot more expensive - an Eno eccentric hub or an eccentric bottom bracket).d.j.
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have a look in the MTB FAQ's there is a single speed topic there with all the info."Do not follow where the path may lead, Go instead where there is no path, and Leave a Trail."
Parktools :?:SheldonBrown0