Chain OK?

jefflad
jefflad Posts: 315
edited September 2012 in The workshop
I've had the chain slip a couple of times on my commuter. From the photo is my chain too long or OK, as I think it is??

It's on the 2 biggest cogs.

IMG_0320.jpg

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  • nicklouse
    nicklouse Posts: 50,675
    yes a bit.

    have a read

    http://www.parktool.com/blog/repair-hel ... gth-sizing
    "Do not follow where the path may lead, Go instead where there is no path, and Leave a Trail."
    Parktools :?:SheldonBrown
  • jefflad
    jefflad Posts: 315
    Thanks, I'll get some new pins and look at how many links to remove using the Park method.

    J
  • jefflad
    jefflad Posts: 315
    Does this look any better or have I been over zealous?? Don't think I have as copied the method of stretching the chain over the big cogs and then counting back an inch. However it does look a touch iffy... Thoughts?


    IMG_0350.jpg
  • The Rookie
    The Rookie Posts: 27,812
    Looks spot on to me, remembering you'll never actually ride in that gear combo - WILL YOU! :D
    Currently riding a Whyte T130C, X0 drivetrain, Magura Trail brakes converted to mixed wheel size (homebuilt wheels) with 140mm Fox 34 Rhythm and RP23 suspension. 12.2Kg.
  • jefflad
    jefflad Posts: 315
    Thanks for that and yeah I won't ride in that gear :oops:
  • colonelkurtz
    colonelkurtz Posts: 32
    mind your B-screw there....

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