Chain Stuck behind pedal

peterward · 11-05-2008, 07:07 AM

Hi
A link of my chain is wedged behind my pedal and frame. What is the best method of releasing the chain link?
Peter

DaveM · 11-06-2008, 02:07 PM

You have two choices:<br />
1. pedal back the other way and force it out. This may scratch your frame further, but most of the damage has probably already been done. Probably not a big issue unless you have a carbon frame<br />
2. remove the crank arm on that side and free the chain without further damage. This requires a crank removal tool.

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