Snapped chain

snowster
snowster Posts: 490
edited June 2015 in MTB workshop & tech
Recently snapped my chain how many links can be taken out before I need a new chain I think I will need to take 3 out to fit a missing link
https://www.strava.com/athletes/755040

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  • nicklouse
    nicklouse Posts: 50,675
    It all depends on how it was sized before but you will lose the use of some gear combos.
    "Do not follow where the path may lead, Go instead where there is no path, and Leave a Trail."
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  • snowster
    snowster Posts: 490
    so probably best to just replace with a new one then?
    https://www.strava.com/athletes/755040
  • The Rookie
    The Rookie Posts: 27,812
    If it was sized correctly before (and production ones aren't always) then yes, I'd fit a new one, but first I'd check if the useable bit was the right length or not rather than assuming it wasn't (or was!).
    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.

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