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Paul Components Chain Keeper Chain Accessories

3/5 (2 Reviews)

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MSRP : $46.99


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Ideal for cyclocross bikes and 1 x9 drivetrains. Pauls Chain Keeper surroundsThe chain where it engages withThe chainring, preventing it from skipping off. Accommodates a range of chain line measurements and chainring sizes Not designed for downhill/freeride/big hit use


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Overall Rating:2
Value Rating:2
Submitted by Sizzler a Racer

Date Reviewed: October 2, 2012

Strengths:    It does keep the chain on . . .

Weaknesses:    But it's way too narrow, way too bulky and way too expensive.

Bottom Line:   
I generally like Paul's Components, but this thing was a huge disappointment. I'm running a 1x9 and after dropping the chain a couple times during a race I decided to shell out for a chain keeper. When it arrived, I was shocked how overbuilt and bulky it looked, like they carved it out of huge brick of aluminum or something. But whatever, so I installed it but the chain rubbed on the top three and bottom three gears, and no matter how many ways I tried to adjusted it, I was always rubbing because the width of the chain guide is about the same size as a chain. It was even worse when I tried riding because the force of the pedal stroke combined with the chain contact caused binding friction! After many, many attempts to adjust it, I simply gave up and decided to finish what Paul started with my angle grinder. I had to open up the guide several millimeters but at least it now works without rubbing. They make some great stuff, but they need to take this back to the drawing board.
Overall Rating:4
Value Rating:4
Submitted by deuxdiesel a Cross Country Rider from SE Michigan

Date Reviewed: December 26, 2011

Strengths:    Precise machining and anodizing as is usual with Paul Components, very light, lots of adjustability.

Weaknesses:    Chain guide is very narrow, guaranteeing there will be some chain rub at the top or bottom of range when using a 1x9 set up. BB mount (version tested) could use some knurls on BB shell side to keep it from slipping while tightening BB cup.

Bottom Line:   
Works as advertised, but the rubbing is a little annoying. If the chain guide were about 2 millimeters wider, it would eliminate the rubbing and still not allow the chain to jump off. The middle 7 cogs work flawlessly. I am going to switch to SRAM 1x10, so I'll see if the narrower 10 speed chain plates help. The rubbing is not a deal breaker, as the wider guides (like the MRP) do allow the chain to jamb up sometimes. Like all Paul Components, this is a high quality piece, very precisely made and looks great. A little pricey, but high degree of adjustability in every direction makes it worth it.

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Favorite Trail:   Poto

Duration Product Used:   Less than 1 month

Price Paid:    $46.00

Purchased At:   Tree Fort Bikes

Similar Products Used:   MRP 1X guide, K-edge, N-gear jump stop, Deda dog fang.

Bike Setup:   Tested on a Surly Pugsley 1x9 with 34 x 12/34, Shimano Ultegra bar-con on Paul's Thumbie, XT rear derailleur.
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