Are chain guides worth it?
Why You Should Run a Chain Guide Mounting a chain guide on your mountain bike gives you an extra sense of security, hopefully ensuring that you won’t ever drop your chain. When you are flying through rough sections of trail, the chain will jump up and down and can sometimes work its way off the chainring.
How do I know what mountain bike chain I need?
A lot of mountain bikes are 10-, 11- or 12-speed and, when buying a chain, it will be clearly labelled accordingly. Simply find out how many gears, or ‘speeds’, you bike has (count the number of gears on the rear cassette and multiply it by the number of chainrings at the front), and pick the corresponding chain.
Do I need a chain guide for a 1×10?
You don’t need a chain guide because it’s a hardtail. The N/W chainring and clutch RD should do the trick. I ride a HT with N/W ring and no dropped chains.
Can you use a front derailleur as a chain guide?
Sure, you can run a derailleur as a guide. No worries.
Do you need chain guard?
Getting a mountain bike or a road bike and are wondering do you need a chain guard for your bike. In reality, chain guards are an accessory and there is no real exception to this rule. It is not necessary to install a chain guard on your bike.
Is 1×11 better than 2×10?
If you ride long climbs (particularly at altitudes of more than 9,000 feet) with no fire roads or asphalt, 1×11 may be an option if you are a strong rider. If you’re concerned with optimizing performance and don’t want to give up gears on the climbs or descents, then 2×10 is likely the better choice for you.
Can I convert my 3×9 to 1×11?
Yes everything will work, simply get the threaded version bottom bracket and done. Though NO REASON to change the crankset unless you want to. Just remove all the chain rings and replace with a narrow wide.
How do I pick a bike chain?
When selecting a chain, the first consideration is the number of rear sprockets. The rear cog sets have been made with 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, or 12 sprockets. As the number of cogs on the rear hub increases, the spacing between cogs tends to be reduced.
What length chain should I get?
After a measurement is obtained, its a good idea to opt for a necklace size that is at least the second size up from your neck size. For example, if you have an 18 inch neck, you should probably choose a chain length of 20 inches or more. An 18 inch chain would feel too tight.
Can I just remove my front derailleur?
Removing the front derailleur isn’t really a good idea, gear wise unless you have a good reason to. All you’re doing is taking away the little mechanism that moves the chain from one front ring to another. If you’re not happy with the shifting, get it tuned, not remove it.
What makes a good 1x chainring for a mountain bike?
The brand says its ovalized rings are shaped to take full advantage of your strongest pedaling point to minimize the effect of the dead spot and reduce unwanted joint strain. As with all modern 1x chainrings, it has a wide, narrow tooth profile for chain retention, and the ring itself is made from 7075-T6 Aluminum.
Which is the best chain guide to install?
The Version 2 OneUp chain guide uses a two bolt light weight design utilizing only a top slider. Even though this is the smallest and most minimalistic approach to keeping your chain on the chainring, the OneUp chain guide certainly doesn’t lack in performance. This guide is simple, easy to install, and only weighs 40 grams.
Which is the best chain guide for enduro bikes?
The e*Thirteen TRS+ chain guide is one of our favorites because it offers excellent chain retention, can withstand the abuse seen on enduro bikes, all while remaining lightweight. The TRS+ guide uses an aluminum backplate with a ISCG 05 bolt patter.
What makes a 1XR chainring so much quieter?
The 1XR ring is designed with taller teeth and deeper channels to help the chainrings to evacuate mud and grit from the links. Interestingly the extra height on the teeth seems to make the chain run a bit quieter than the majority of chainrings we’ve come across to date — plus it’s gold.