Recent content by That_kb_guy

You're absolutely right - I got confused between Mike's photo and the OP. One thing I've done on a couple of kids bikes is to use a front derailleur, like in the photo, but crimp it in a little. Obviously this ruins the front derailleur but it's not hard to find a cheap old unit to sacrifice.

Shortening the chain really makes a difference in my experience. I've got an old MTB I've converted to 1x, and rarely drop the chain. I fitted a narrow-wide chainring and am running the chain quite short.

Did this for a while on a 10s tt bike. It's a good solution!

I'm unable to PM due to the 30 post minimum - would you be able to message me with your email?

Any luck with the postage to Oz on that lock ring?

Any chance you'd be willing to post this to Sydney, Australia Ducky? I've picked up an early 9s Shamal and thought I had a spare 26mm lock ring for it but can't find it! Looks like it could go as a "large letter" and postage wouldn't be too bad.