Singlespeed - what do I need to do?

[Pickle]

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!

 

[perry]

look at the previous threads , only gotta go back a few pages

google sheldon brown

 

[Kestonian]

Just don't change gear.

 

[stevek]

Single speed?! What's the point?

 

[Harryburgundy]

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.

 

[Dr S]

You'll need the legs of a Titan.

 

[stevek]

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

 

[guybe]

I bought most of the parts from 'charlie the bike monger' single speed expert, have a look at the website, this should give you some idea's:-

http://www.charliethebikemonger.com/

Please check out this video:-

http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=93M9lvl8LM8

Enjoy, single speed is good fun!

 

[Pickle]

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

 

[heathy]

Stop being silly and put gears on :roll: