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Technical => Transmission => Topic started by: Glassbackcyclist on October 01, 2017, 11:40:11 AM

Title: Chain change?
Post by: Glassbackcyclist on October 01, 2017, 11:40:11 AM

We have done about 5000k on our Thorn Nomads Mk2's with Rohloff and we are off on another trip, do you think it is a good idea to replace the chains and flip the front and rear sprockets?

Title: Re: Chain change?
Post by: Matt2matt2002 on October 01, 2017, 05:21:06 PM

Got any pictures?
Using a Chainglider?

If you flip rings will you change the chain as well?

Title: Re: Chain change?
Post by: martinf on October 01, 2017, 06:05:35 PM

Chains are relatively cheap, so if not using a Chainglider probably a good idea to flip the rear sprocket and fit a new chain before a major trip.

If the chainring doesn't look too worn I'd try leaving it as it is, ride it a bit before your trip to see if it works OK with a new chain and only flip it if it doesn't.

Title: Re: Chain change?
Post by: Glassbackcyclist on October 02, 2017, 10:02:59 AM

No not using a chain glider but will flip and change chain. Thanks

Title: Re: Chain change?
Post by: Matt2matt2002 on October 02, 2017, 05:24:38 PM

Quote from: Glassbackcyclist on October 02, 2017, 10:02:59 AM

No not using a chain glider but will flip and change chain. Thanks

I just mentioned the 'glider since many folk think it can extend the life of a chain. I'm a fan but have no data to support that claim.
Plenty of links here on the pros n cons.