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tdstegner
Apr 23, 14 8:32
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I just finished a small batch of chain catchers for sale. (I've been selling small batches of these here on ST for several years now). These are a design that I introduced a couple of years ago. Once installed, they can be adjusted or even removed, without disturbing the front derailleur adjustment. For most of us this is a big deal. (The "K" company just introduced a new model with similar features). Mine sell for $35 complete, with shipping included. These make a great, and inexpensive, addition to your current race bike or a new build. BTW they only fit "braze on" front derailleurs.
PM me if you are interested.
Terry


Chain catcher installed


What's included...

Note: The chain catcher is machined from 2024 aluminum alloy and the mounting stud is machined from 304 stainless steel.
All the screws are also stainless steel. Complete instruction are included.

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GatorRacer
Apr 23, 14 8:48
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Nice...Diggin the DIY product.

I wish it were available in anodized black or gold!
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tdstegner
Apr 23, 14 8:59
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I can do matte black. (Using "Dura Coat" an epoxy finish from the firearms industry). It will take me a few days to do one though...
Thanks,
Terry
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P McCatty
Apr 23, 14 10:17
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I'd be down for one man. You ship to Canada?
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Bmanners
Apr 23, 14 11:35
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Do you have a weight on them?
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tdstegner
Apr 23, 14 12:44
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No problem shipping to Canada.
If you want one, PM me with your real (full) name and "snail mail" address and I'll send one out right away. As in the past, you don't need to pay until after you receive it. (I've been doing business on ST this way for several years and haven't been burned yet. If that changes, I'll change how I sell things.)
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tdstegner
Apr 23, 14 12:50
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Just weighed one: It will add 18g to your bike's weight. (That's complete with the stainless steel mounting piece...).

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Speed Concept
Apr 23, 14 14:58
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I've never heard of these before so pardon my ignorance. Does it work with DA7900?
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tdstegner
Apr 23, 14 17:18
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Chain catchers have been around for a few years now. Originally the were produced by team mechanics to prevent your chain from coming off the inside of the small chain ring when you shifted (maybe a bit too vigorously) from the large ring or when you hit a large bump. If you watch the major races (grand tours and such) on TV you will sometimes see chains being dropped, usually at the most inopportune times (see Andy Schleck vs Alberto Contador in a famous climbing duel during the Tour four or five years ago). I had it happen to me at St. Anthony's Triathlon several years ago. Which just shows that you don't have to be in a grand tour, or even fast, to drop a chain...
When a chain catcher is doing its job, you don't notice anything at all.
To answer your original question: yes it will work with DA7900. (I use one with DA7800 on my race bike right now).
Thanks for asking.

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noneoftheabove
Apr 23, 14 17:36
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Got mine a while back. Cheap insurance policy and works as well as the commercial models that cost 3-4x as much.
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mathblais
Apr 23, 14 19:13
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Pm me
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tdstegner
Apr 24, 14 5:09
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Bump...
In response to requests, here's a picture of one in matte black...
The finish is "Dura Coat" from the firearms industry. (I have only a few of these available though)
Also, Dura Coat is expensive for me - so there's a $5 up charge for black ones.




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tdstegner
Apr 25, 14 8:18
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Bump...
GatorRacer did you notice the later posts?

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Speed Concept
Apr 25, 14 10:03
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I just PM'ed you. If you're in the Clearwater/Tampa area I'd love to meet up with you tonight.
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makoti
Apr 25, 14 10:37
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These are only braze-on. Do you make, or plan to, one that will fit clamp-ons?
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tdstegner
Apr 25, 14 10:59
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No, effective chain catchers are available for clamp on derailleurs and they're cheap...
Check this out:

http://www.amazon.com/...adbike/dp/B001GSMJYU

However, you could get an adapter and run a Braze on DR using a clamp. Then you could use one of my chain catchers - but why spend the money?

http://www.amazon.com/...-Clamp/dp/B001V08HWQ

Thanks for asking though,
Terry
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tdstegner
Apr 27, 14 17:35
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tdstegner
May 4, 14 10:05
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Midlifetriguy
Feb 22, 15 12:51
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I'll try one, pm'd you.
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