[Closed] Running single speed chain with 9 speed chaining.......

It'll be fine

Thanks [b]simondbarnes[/b].

Any other thoughts from other members?

Alan.

I think It'll be fine too.

But you could save some weight, lose the side to side by getting a cheap 8 speed chain instead.

Yes.. This Mike sounds like a bloody nice bloke..

Shall we have a whip round for him so he can buy a road bike? I heard he is bikeless after selling a gorgeous Cotic Soul to make ends meet for a house purchase.

Start the kitty at £5...

And the thoughts from another forum member and bikemonger:

CHAINS: I reckon 3/32” width chains are the best option. Many people assume that 1/8” are stronger, which can be true… you see 1/8 chains tend to BMX chains and built tough. And 3/32 tend to be XC chains and less burly. However we sell KMC pro race chains in 3/32 and 1/8, they are both damned strong dedicated one speed chains. They are the exact same chain except one is wider.

So 3/32 is just as strong, and lighter too. You will also find that getting 1/8 cogs and rings is difficult, you will have much easier time if you stick to 3/32.

1/8 rings and cogs are wider and will last long than a 3/32. But again we have this covered. We sell the super burly Surly stainless chainrings that wear incredibly well, negating the need for 1/8 rings and cogs. You can run 1/8 chain on narrower cogs or rings, but you cant run a 3/32 on a wider cog or ring.

You should always ensure your chain is a good condition. Get a fresh chain whenever you replace cogs or chainrings. Snapped chains lead to horrible crashes.

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Well I have a 9 speed chain in the shed, but wondered if it would be strong enough + would it be wide enough to run on a Single Speed cog at the back?