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Whats the best size chain ring to use with a 1x10 set up
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flag nialo
Posted: Dec 5, 2013 at 14:56 Quote
So im interested to hear what people have to say , Feedback from users specifically, on what they think is the best size front ring to use with a 1x10 or 1 x 11 for that matter if you happen to have one! I have been hearing lots of noise but nothing from actual users! Looking forward to hearing from you Smile
flag kroky777
Posted: Dec 5, 2013 at 16:46 Quote
Raceface narrow wide got incredible reviews everywhere. I've got my 30t version on the way
flag Rusty-Russ
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Posted: Dec 6, 2013 at 14:46 Quote
+1 on the RaceRace narrow wide. I have a 30t on my Remedy and no dropped chains yet. I'm also running a blackspire stinger and a shadow plus rear derailleur.
The size of the ring depends on your fitness and type of trails you usually ride. If you never drop it into the granny gear, get the same ring you ride on all day. If you drop it into the granny, get a smaller ring up front.
flag parkourfan
Posted: Dec 7, 2013 at 14:26 Quote
Depends on your terrain. Around me I do some dh and park, and some pretty flat trails. Im running a 1x9 with a 36, with 11-34 out back. If you're climbing anything over a few minutes or too steep, it's smarter to get a 30 or 32 tooth ring.
flag j-t-g
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Posted: Dec 7, 2013 at 18:16 Quote
I use a 32, it gets me up anything in Ontario pretty well and I find I have little issue going fast on the downs as by the time I can spin it out I should be pumping anyway. I use the same setup for XC and Park on the same bike (NS Soda) Takes a bit of getting used to riding without a granny but makes you stronger in the end. I'd go for a 30t if you were doing steeper, extended climbs for sure though.
flag moretacos
Posted: Dec 7, 2013 at 19:04 Quote
Rusty-Russ wrote:
+1 on the RaceRace narrow wide. I have a 30t on my Remedy and no dropped chains yet. I'm also running a blackspire stinger and a shadow plus rear derailleur.
32t RaceFace on my Remedy! Shadow+ XTR, 1x10 11-36 ftw. I have never dropped a chain and still have plenty of gears for where I live.
flag broccolirob
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Posted: Dec 7, 2013 at 21:33 Quote
Wolftooth 30t on a 34lb. Firebird. Had it for about 5 months now with no drops or issues whatsoever. Its also small enough so it clears rocks and hasn't hit anything yet. Works great for where I ride. Dropped a little weight losing the front derailleur too.
flag mattjevans
Posted: Dec 8, 2013 at 13:11 Quote
Depends on cassette. But 28 or 30....
flag shredjekyll
Posted: Dec 8, 2013 at 14:39 Quote
If you actually want to go fast downhill you will most likely want a minimum of a 32t unless using a unique cassette.
flag dirtrider76
Posted: Dec 10, 2013 at 17:12 Quote
Wolftooth 30t with a 11-36cassette works well for me. I run a type 2 derailuer and no chain retention device, no dropped chains since switching. I ran a 32t with a 12-36 before and it wasnt bad either. It was a Renthal ring though and would drop the chain unless there was a guide on it.
flag trailblitz
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Posted: Dec 10, 2013 at 17:47 Quote
The beauty of 1X is how quickly you can switch out chain rings depending on where you're riding that day
flag Chedwards
Posted: Mar 5, 2014 at 4:09 Quote
I ride a Carbon Nomad with XX 1x10 set up. Running an E Thirteen chain device up front with an E Thirteen Ring. 11x36 casette with a 36 ring up front. This is fine for most sessions but I also have a 32t for epic mountain days. As said, so easy to swap its not an issue.
flag Ghostt
Posted: Mar 5, 2014 at 7:01 Quote
I have X01 with a 32t chainring. With the 10-42t cassette can comfortably climb for extended periods and attack short steep stuff with enough legs going back down.
flag fordy0494
Posted: Mar 5, 2014 at 12:54 Quote
Cant go too far wrong with a 32...
flag wydopen
Posted: Mar 5, 2014 at 15:46 Quote
34t

no problems doing 3-4hr rides with 4500+ ft of climbing..

anything lower than 34:36 doesn't have enough torque for punchy tech climbs..I usually ride 34:34 and save the biggest cog for long grinds when my legs are blown out..

force yourself to ride taller gearing for a while and see how much better shape you get in..its human nature to take the easy way out so when you have low gears you're going to use them...you would be surprised what you can get away with when you dont have those easy gears to bail you out...after a few weeks you wont miss them..
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