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jumpy gears

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  1. i dont think this is a major problem but it is really annoying. often when i start to sprint my back gears will jump up and down causing me to lose a lot of speed and acceleration. what's goin on???

  2. hestilowt said:

    i dont think this is a major problem but it is really annoying. often when i start to sprint my back gears will jump up and down causing me to lose a lot of speed and acceleration. what's goin on???

    Alot of possibilities including wore out chain/cassette, derailer mal adjustment or bent derailer hanger. Don't have a clue?,take it to a shop.

  3. boudreaux said:

    Alot of possibilities including wore out chain/cassette, derailer mal adjustment or bent derailer hanger. Don't have a clue?,take it to a shop.

    thanks, although the bike is fairly new so i dont think anything is worn out

  4. hestilowt said:

    thanks, although the bike is fairly new so i dont think anything is worn out

    Try www.parktool.com repair section for derailer adjustment. Possibly cable tension.

  5. boudreaux said:

    Try www.parktool.com repair section for derailer adjustment. Possibly cable tension.

    thanks for the help

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