Originally Posted by
SquidPuppet
90% of the single speed bikes I see have the chains adjusted WAY too tight.
Originally Posted by
TejanoTrackie
The only time chain slack really matters is on a fixed gear setup, and even then there should always be some noticeable slack in the chain.
I was guilty of a too tight chain until hearing this from both of you.
A different sized sprocket went on my bike this morning and I thought of this thread. It took a few minutes to get the chain right and even Dura Ace cranks with KMC S710 chain has noticeable tight and loose spots. I adjusted it with a small amount of slack and won't give it a second thought.
-Tim-