Singlespeed - what do I need to do?

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Got a Marin Eldridge Grade and GT Tequesta frame and forks coming, so thinking I may singlespeed one of them.

So peeps, where do I start, what do I need?

Tell me all I need to know!
 
Others will no doubt disagree,,,but this is what I would do
1. Get some spacers from Max at Londonfixie
2. Get the following from Charliethebikemonger or similar
Surly rear cog
KMC SS chain he sells...plus maybe a half link (if you are going for
the magic)
Surly Front ring (or any other non-ramped ring...Gusset?)
Some sort of chain tensioner (if you are not going for the magic)
You might need some narrower chainring bolts.

Think thats it.
 
I think Harry has covered it. You'll need to tailor your gearing to suit your strengths and the terrain you ride on.
 
Thanks guys.

Both frames will be with me next week, so I'll have a play.

Most likely be the GT that gets SS'd :LOL:
 
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