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[CTony]

Question How does a large single chainring and maybe a 3-5 geared freewheel work to gather.Ive seen a lot of bicycles with this setup what about chain line?I really like the idea of only shift to three rear gear freewheel.seen a lot a bicycles setup this.I have a Motobecane/Pantin year? I would. To keep it simple.Would like one down tube shifter.Original wheels Atoms hubs steel rims 27”.So give me your thoughts,Suggestions oh I seen a photo of gentleman Mofo? Clean and Simple.Thank you Be Safe.

 

[catfish]

Welcome and enjoy !

 

[flyingtaco]

Question How does a large single chainring and maybe a 3-5 geared freewheel work to gather.Ive seen a lot of bicycles with this setup what about chain line?I really like the idea of only shift to three rear gear freewheel.seen a lot a bicycles setup this.I have a Motobecane/Pantin year? I would. To keep it simple.Would like one down tube shifter.Original wheels Atoms hubs steel rims 27”.So give me your thoughts,Suggestions oh I seen a photo of gentleman Mofo? Clean and Simple.Thank you Be Safe.

Huh???

 

[CTony]

Huh???

If you take a look at these photos.Im wonder how the chain line works with those free wheels.Let me know.

 

[GTs58]

As long as the rear wheel is dished properly there shouldn't be a problem. A multi-geared freewheel has been used on millions of bikes, even middleweights with five gears.

 

[Archie Sturmer]

A chain might generally gather to about roughly 3” by 4” or so. If used, a chain is usually gathered in a round oval shape, say for shipping (or storage). Often chains are seen in original manufacturers boxes which are about 6” x 3” flat or about 3” square for doubled up chains; (e.g., BXM chains).

 

[Mr. Monkeyarms]

Just make sure the chain ring is in line with the middle cog in back. And proper width chain. You'll be fine.