I've done a few spins since I got the Shimano Alfine chain tensioner fitted. Done about 90 km and 4,5 hours so I guess it's about time to see my first thoughts.
Lets have a look at the details here:
- The firts thing that pops in my mind is that the system is super smooth & quiet. Once the chain line is bang on the chain runs real nice. Of course this is how it should be anyway but still, it's lovely!
- The body of the tensioner is very stiff, there is no flexibility whatsoever.
- The tension of the spring is at another level folks, it keeps the chain über tight!
- Oh, it looks savage! Did I mentioned that? Sure I did!! :)
I have picked some rough local trails to see how the Alfine performs off-road. The test went well, can't mention a single problem so far. Of course the brutal winter spins are still ahead with all the mud, sleet and snow. But I have a great feeling about this tensoiner and I'm sure it was a good decision to fit the Alfine for single speed mountain biking!
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