Selecting a chain (or patching one)

Skyguy9999 · 12-27-2008, 03:45 PM

Any advice on determining what kind of chain that is needed when it comes to replacing one?

Alex Ramon · 12-27-2008, 06:34 PM

1/8" chain is used on most single-speed bicycles, and bicycles with internal gearing.
3/32" chain is used on derailleur equipped bicycles that have more than 3 speeds.
9-10 speed cassettes take an even narrower chain. Harris Cyclery has some tips listed here: http://www.sheldonbrown.com/harris/chains.html

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