Chain Tensioner Is The Chain Tensioner Really Needed?

TINKERER

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I decided that my frame geometry allows me to go without the chain tensioner, I have not tried to drive with it like this yet but, there seems to be just the perfect amount of slack/tension. Is this a good thing? I hate the look of the tensioner is it ok to go without one?
 
I use the same spring-loaded chain tensioner system on all my bikes & concider it an essential add-on....once setup u never need to adjust anything.
PS....a GOOD chain also helps.
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Anybody can make a chain the correct length. Sometimes there is not enough room for the chain to travel beside the chainstay. This is true on a lot of older bicycles. (schwinn single speeds, etc)

If you can get by without the tensioner... more power to ya!! It makes for a quieter driveline.
 
I just went for about a five mile ride before it got dark, It's smooth and quiet, I still have about a half inch of adjustability left on the dropouts, so I think I will be ok for a while.
 
My tensioner was never an option after eating it up in 20 miles.....

I just popped my chain, remeasured and re-set it....

It wasn't and hasn't been a problem since.....

good luck...

SeAnDi

AKA kyndpurplebiker
 
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