Converting a bike to single speed

PapaLazaru

PapaLazaru

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Hi chaps, I have been trying to simplify my daily commute and as the route is totaly flat and on tarmac I would like to convert my bike to single speed, just for simplicity and ease of maintenance (and getting fit).

It is one of these which I picked up for peanuts on Ebay - http://www.evanscycles.com/products/scott/sportster-p6-2010-hybrid-bike-ec020676

Now I have only just got back into cycling so am a total novice, though am happy to do the work if not too complicated.

Is it as easy as removing the two smaller cogs (if indeed I can) off the front and getting one of these - http://www.wiggle.co.uk/gusset-1-er-single-speed-conversion-kit

Or am I going to need something a bit more complex like this - http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/dmr-simple-tension-seeker-single-speed-kit/rp-prod10009

I have been researching online but I am reading that the frame shape affects what you can do.

Any help would be great.
 
Thanks Jonny69 some great advice there. I think I will go for the DMR kit just to be on the safe side, though a 'pure' connection would be preferred. I'm just not sure i'll have the patience to get it right.

The Scoot bike is pretty easy going on the big ring at the front, in fact I kind if keep it in top gear all of the time as it is not that a high ratio. I'll try and remove the two smaller rings.

FrenchTart said:
Don't forget to fit a cappuccino holder and an ipad case ;)
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I'm going to spray it white and get neon green hubs. :D
 
This little idea went on hold over the winter due to poor conditions and me being lame, but it is now back on.

The ratio has been doing my head in for ages, so I have been cycling to and from work sticking with just one gear. I think the sweet spot for me is 42 and 16. I need it a lit lower than I may like due to needing some take-off speed due to the traffic which plagues the beginning of my journey.

I have done some browsing around online and have come to the following components. Can anyone who knows about this (Jonny69) of you are about, see if I am likely to hit any probems, or even advise on better components. I am on a tight budget.

Sturmey Archer FCT20 Chainset 42t @ £29.99

DMR Singlespeed Combo Kit @ £31.99

Clarks V Bike Brake Set @ £14.99

I also need a chain if anyone can assist.

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