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Wide (1/2" x 1/8") Chains

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Chains and Links

Fixed gear and singlespeed bikes can use either 1/8" or 3/32" chain.

This page shows the wider 1/8" size. This size is traditionally used on track bikes, one speeds, three speeds and other bikes that don't have derailers.

For the narrower 3/32" size, as used on derailer bikes, click here.

Note: The all of the chains on this page will work with either 1/8" or 3/32"single-speed sprockets/chainrings.

SRAM PC-1 Nickel 1/8" Chain CH1017 buy button

Good quality, reliable chain, nickel plated to resist rust.

Offset Links CH002 buy button

If you are having trouble fitting the desired gears onto a bike with vertical dropouts, this link will let you add or subtract 1/2 a link (1/2 inch) from your chain, allowing you to move the axle 1/4" forward or backward. Different brands of chain have different diameter rivets; these links do not fit all 1/8" chains, but they do fit the models listed above.
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