Friday, June 28, 2013

Friday WTF: Where's Waldo Edition

   Spotted this sweet single speed at the farmers market down town on Wednesday, and thought, "Surely not..." So here's the question:

Identify the useless part on this bike. 

1. No Toe Clips

2. Chain tensioner

3. Locked up improperly

4. White brakes after Labor Day


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The answer!

2. Chain tensioner

   Turns out that a bike with horizontal drop outs does not need a chain tensioner, as you can adjust the position of the rear wheel and thus the chain tension by moving the wheel in the frame. If you guessed correctly, you can pick up your prize: one chain tensioner, slightly used, no longer necessary. 

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