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If I run a 1 x 9 (32T front / 11-32T rear) will I need a chain device? Not got a front deraileur and the frame has no ISCG tabs.

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Posted : 07/10/2009 3:48 pm
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I've been running 1x9 on my OnOne for months without a guide.


 
Posted : 07/10/2009 3:50 pm
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Yes. Get an e13 and run a bb mount adaptor plate (comes with them if you're buying new)


 
Posted : 07/10/2009 3:54 pm
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I use an e13 LSS ISCG05 - comes with a BB bracket if you dont have the tabs. Costs around £45. Be aware it took me the best part of 5 hours to set it up perfect so it didn't rub in any of the gears - I was using a 38t/11-34t


 
Posted : 07/10/2009 4:05 pm
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Just use your existing front mech if need be. Use the adjustment screws to lock it in place and voila, instant cheapo chain device. And if you find you want a granny ring,its easy to sort out without too much faffing. 🙂


 
Posted : 07/10/2009 4:14 pm
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If you run a short cage on your rear mech, and the chain as short as possible, you will not need anything up front.

I have been running 1x9 for 3 years with nothing and chain never drops


 
Posted : 07/10/2009 4:27 pm
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An unramped front chainring will also help and will last longer and can be reversed.


 
Posted : 07/10/2009 8:27 pm
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Usually I'm fine with my 1x9 set up but if I'm somewhere a bit rockier or anything then I can sometimes drop my chain so just ordered a chain device.


 
Posted : 07/10/2009 8:32 pm
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I am using the mrp 1x9 device if its rocky or rooty it keeps the chain on, pauls components does a really smart looking one


 
Posted : 07/10/2009 8:52 pm
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After riding rough terrain for the first time, I found I needed some kinda device and went for a jump stop and a bash ring.

Lightweight and cheap.


 
Posted : 07/10/2009 9:04 pm