Mountain Bike chain tensioner

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This project is designed to solve a major problem with off-road cycling: lashing bike chains. When riding on rough terrain, it's not uncommon for chains to jump out of gear right when you need traction most - often forcing you to push harder on the pedals. To create this innovative solution, I went through multiple iterations, releasing and testing new versions until one was deemed fully functional. And I've had first-hand experience with it - I've been using a Cannondale Rize 120 equipped with the bike chain lash preventer for a while now. Since my new bike comes with chain tensioners as standard equipment, I'm curious to know if this design will fit your bike model. The item is sturdy enough to handle various types of bikes. Now, let's move on to assembling it. Throughout my several redesigns, I used PLA in varying layer thicknesses. To make the most out of printing time and avoid waste, I recommend trying 0.2 mm layers before moving to thicker ones. Once you have the printed parts, carefully remove any support structures using a small screwdriver. In addition to the printed components, you'll need the following: M4 screws (four) - shown in the picture. M4 self-locking nuts (four) - visible in the provided image. Plastic bends to secure chain tensioners on your bike (two). For guidance on assembly, refer to the exploded STL view - this detailed representation should help you understand how all parts come together.