Thinking about picking up a jamis parker 1 from the local shop in the near future and been doing my homework about the single/dual ring suggestions/reasons and overall benefits.
Gonna be using it for a more downhill/freeride use.
I have a street bike (recumbent for my back problems if i ever wanna do 10-20+ miles XC) and really dont need the second ring if i pick up the parker and feel that the weight could be lighter, more clearance. and i really dont need all the gears the 2nd ring gives.
The real question i have is: Is there a hassle-free way to switch it from a dual ring that it comes as to a single ring setup? (dont do much maitnence and not the "mechanic" of my group).
Im just curious if i have to pick up a new ring and switch out the dual and fix the other mechanical issues with a new ring getting put in? (would probably end up either having a buddy take care of it or just get a family friend at the bike shop to do the work on it).
Thank you in advance for any help/tips and tricks.
Gonna be using it for a more downhill/freeride use.
I have a street bike (recumbent for my back problems if i ever wanna do 10-20+ miles XC) and really dont need the second ring if i pick up the parker and feel that the weight could be lighter, more clearance. and i really dont need all the gears the 2nd ring gives.
The real question i have is: Is there a hassle-free way to switch it from a dual ring that it comes as to a single ring setup? (dont do much maitnence and not the "mechanic" of my group).
Im just curious if i have to pick up a new ring and switch out the dual and fix the other mechanical issues with a new ring getting put in? (would probably end up either having a buddy take care of it or just get a family friend at the bike shop to do the work on it).
Thank you in advance for any help/tips and tricks.
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