I do get the odd dropped chain but generally can re-ship just by changing up the FD and gently pedalling forwards. (both on and off the bike.) don't even need to touch the chain. Works 9 out of 10 times.
robgul wrote:Old spokes bent into hooks have a few uses :
- a DIY chain replacing hook is simple to make - a double ended hook to hold together the two ends of a chain when inserting a magic link (there is a tool on the market - sold by Wiggle/CR https://www.chainreactioncycles.com/x-t ... -prod10221
Rob
I made one from an old spoke. Then discovered that there's one on my Alien 2 multi tool. Oh well, I've got two now.
robgul wrote:Old spokes bent into hooks have a few uses :
- a DIY chain replacing hook is simple to make - a double ended hook to hold together the two ends of a chain when inserting a magic link (there is a tool on the market - sold by Wiggle/CR https://www.chainreactioncycles.com/x-t ... -prod10221
Rob
I made one from an old spoke. Then discovered that there's one on my Alien 2 multi tool. Oh well, I've got two now.
Well, now you know how buoyant the market is for these gizmos, you can sell the one you made at a suitable premium for a single-source, artisanal, craftsman manufacture.
robgul wrote:Old spokes bent into hooks have a few uses :
- a DIY chain replacing hook is simple to make - a double ended hook to hold together the two ends of a chain when inserting a magic link (there is a tool on the market - sold by Wiggle/CR https://www.chainreactioncycles.com/x-t ... -prod10221
Rob
I made one from an old spoke. Then discovered that there's one on my Alien 2 multi tool. Oh well, I've got two now.
Well, now you know how buoyant the market is for these gizmos, you can sell the one you made at a suitable premium for a single-source, artisanal, craftsman manufacture.
... and available in stainless steel or black - and round or flat blade .... what a fantastic choice! (Flat blade is of course at premium price)
If I get a dropped chain I can usually get it back on the chainwheel by judicious use of the front changer ( usually without dismounting.) If I can't do that I try to find a twig and lift it on to the top of the chainwheel so that it engages enough for me to lift the back wheel and turn the pedals slowly. Usually works.
