[FuriousG]

So I have a SS cruiser and now I'm running a KMC 1/2'' chain on a true single speed ring.
What would be the issue if I ran it with a ramped and pinned (middle) chainring on the front?
I haven't tried it as of yet, has anybody else?

Thanks,
George

 

[swerve76]

Get ready for dropped chains

 

[drt_jumper]

as long as you have the tension correct you shouldnt have any problems other than wearing out the ring faster then with a 8 or 9 spd chain.

 

[FuriousG]

Cool,

I don't really care about wearing out the chainring and the chain is cheap too, so I'll just run an 8/9 in the front then,
thanks guys.

Also, would anybody know if it's possible to set up a chain tensioner on cruiser-style drop outs?

Thanks again,
George

 

[DiRt DeViL]

Does the frame has a derailer hanger? If not you'll have to resort to a ghost ring in order to achive optimal tension.

 

[FuriousG]

Does the frame has a derailer hanger? If not you'll have to resort to a ghost ring in order to achive optimal tension.

What's a ghost ring?

Thanks,
George

 

[ioscope]

NObody uses ghost rings, they're a novelty

 

[PatBranch]

But what is a ghost ring?

 

[BikeGeek]

But what is a ghost ring?

Check out method #8 for tensioning.

 

[FuriousG]

Check out method #8 for tensioning.

Thanks a bunch for the link, it's very helpful!!!

-George

 

[MDBullit]

Check out method #8 for tensioning.

so that's basically just held in place by the chain tension? Doesn't it fall out if the chain moves side to side?

 

[BikeGeek]

so that's basically just held in place by the chain tension? Doesn't it fall out if the chain moves side to side?

I have no idea. I've never seen one in use. In theory, if your tension is high enough to limit chain bounce and your chainline is straight, it should work.