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Chain Length Questionhttp://ibikeride.com/index.php?option=c 2 Years, 11 Months ago Karma: 4
Ok, since I'm sort of new to the whole biking thing, I have a question that may seem pretty basic. I am considering 'upgrading' my crankset. I am currently rocking a 32/18 setup, and I'm considering going to a 36/18...my question is, do I need a longer chain, and if I do, how do I figure the proper length?

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ryan
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Re:Chain Length Questionhttp://ibikeride.com/index.php?optio 2 Years, 11 Months ago Karma: 4
oh...and how do i figure crankarm length?
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Re:Chain Length Questionhttp://ibikeride.com/index.php?optio 2 Years, 11 Months ago Karma: 10
Yo buddy. I would guess you do but my maintenance skills have never been great. Have you tried checking out the Park Tool website. They have some great tips. I'm sure I have seen in there an actual formula for working out chain length speicfically

http://www.parktool.com/repair/byregion.asp

and these guys too http://www.bike-maintenance.com/

Once you know then come back, share and postSMILEYS_WINK
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