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Tags: Drivetrain
Dario DiGiulio    Mar 9, 2024
First Look: Tektro's New Entry-Level Gemini Drivet First Look: Tektro's New Entry-Level Gemini Drivetrain - Taipei Cycle Show 2024
Brian did some very scientific clicking of the shifter on display, revealing nothing. He says it "feels pretty nice."
KMC    Feb 8, 2024
KMC Announces Their First Cassette KMC Announces Their First Cassette
The React cassette is available for 10- and 11-speed drivetrains.
Pinkbike Originals    Dec 5, 2023
Tech Tuesday - HG vs. XD vs. Microspline Cassette Tech Tuesday - HG vs. XD vs. Microspline Cassette Explainer
Henry talks you through the key differences in the main three cassette variants.
Jessie-May Morgan    Nov 30, 2023
CeramicSpeed Announces $669 OSPW X Upgrade for SRA CeramicSpeed Announces $669 OSPW X Upgrade for SRAM Transmission Derailleurs
For that, you get lower friction, "Active Debris Removal" and a lifetime warranty.
Pinkbike Originals    Oct 31, 2023
Tech Tuesday - Troubleshooting Common Shifting Pro Tech Tuesday - Troubleshooting Common Shifting Problems
Some handy ways to diagnose and fix your poorly shifting drivetrain.
Pinkbike Originals    Oct 24, 2023
Video: Tech Tuesdays - How To Set Up Your Shifting Video: Tech Tuesdays - How To Set Up Your Shifting
Henry gives you his technique for tuning cable-operated mechs quickly and effectively.
Dario DiGiulio    Jul 11, 2023
First Ride: SRAM's New GX Transmission First Ride: SRAM's New GX Transmission
Say hello to the newest member of the T-type family.
Dario DiGiulio    Jun 9, 2023
The Binary Gear is a 2-Speed Bottom Bracket Gearbo The Binary Gear is a 2-Speed Bottom Bracket Gearbox
The front derailleur is dead, long live the front derailleur.
Mike Kazimer    Apr 14, 2023
First Ride: Shimano's Auto-Shifting XT Di2 Linkgli First Ride: Shimano's Auto-Shifting XT Di2 Linkglide Drivetrain
Shifting while coasting is cool, but how well does fully automatic shifting actually work?
Mike Levy    Mar 21, 2023
First Ride: TRP's New 12-Speed Mechanical Drivetra First Ride: TRP's New 12-Speed Mechanical Drivetrain
It's a big day for drivetrains, even if you're not into batteries.
Henry Quinney    Feb 28, 2023
Shimano Consolidates Entry- to Mid-Level Groupsets Shimano Consolidates Entry- to Mid-Level Groupsets With New CUES Drivetrains
Shimano's new drivetrains are relatively affordable and come with impressive durability claims.
Mike Levy    Jan 24, 2023
First Look: 5DEV's Titanium Chainring Promises 3x First Look: 5DEV's Titanium Chainring Promises 3x the Durability
Is a titanium chainring a smart upgrade or a beautiful extravagance?
Seb Stott    Jan 6, 2023
Fox Patent Shows Automatically Decoupling Hub &amp Fox Patent Shows Automatically Decoupling Hub & Disengaging Derailleur
Does the future include electronically controlled hub pawls and derailleur clutches?
Matt Beer    Nov 29, 2022
Review: O-Chain's Active Spider Adds Suppleness &a Review: O-Chain's Active Spider Adds Suppleness & Silence
Elastomers are back, and this time they're in O-Chain's Active Spider.
Eric Olsen    Nov 17, 2022
Ratio Technology Tease Direct Mount Derailleur Con Ratio Technology Tease Direct Mount Derailleur Conversion
The UK-based company has 3D printed a prototype that allows existing derailleurs to go the direct mount route.
Henry Quinney    Nov 2, 2022
Ignite Components Showcase Bottom Bracket with Eas Ignite Components Showcase Bottom Bracket with Easy Bearing Extraction
Ignite Components hopes to offer a solution for the modern bottom bracket assembly.
Mike Levy    Aug 12, 2022
First Ride: Prototype Supre Drivetrain - Crankworx First Ride: Prototype Supre Drivetrain - Crankworx Whistler 2022
Is there room for another type of drivetrain, or are Lal Bikes trying to solve a problem that you don't have to deal with?
Mike Levy    Jul 14, 2022
The Pinkbike Podcast: Episode 134 - Racing Controv The Pinkbike Podcast: Episode 134 - Racing Controversy, Prototype DH Bikes, & Drivetrains From The Future
Levy and Kazimer talk about the merits of Shimano's auto-shifting Di2, why the Supre drivetrain trumps a gearbox, and what might be inside Specialized's fabric bag. 
Beta MTB    May 13, 2022
Beta Editors' Choice: SRAM GX AXS One Year Later Beta MTB logo Beta Editors' Choice: SRAM GX AXS One Year Later
After shrugging off some serious abuse, wireless GX proves to be tougher than its mechanical cousin.
Beta MTB    Apr 30, 2022
Beta Editors' Choice: SRAM DUB Bottom Bracket Beta MTB logo Beta Editors' Choice: SRAM DUB Bottom Bracket
Stock bottom brackets sucked for a long time. This one doesn't.
Beta MTB    Mar 11, 2022
How the Open-Source ISIS Drive Bottom Bracket Almost Changed the Industry Beta MTB logo How the Open-Source ISIS Drive Bottom Bracket Almost Changed the Industry
The unfortunately-named standard's design wasn't flawless, but the theory behind it was.
Alicia Leggett    Jan 26, 2022
Tektro Introduces 9-Speed Entry Level E-Bike Drive Tektro Introduces 9-Speed Entry Level E-Bike Drivetrain
The groupset is designed specifically to be beginner-friendly, but is just available to bike manufacturers at the moment.
James Smurthwaite    Dec 17, 2021
Shimano Granted Another FCC Wireless Approval for Shimano Granted Another FCC Wireless Approval for Derailleur & Control
Shimano's working on a wireless group, although it's not entirely clear if this one will be for XTR or GRX.
Seb Stott    Dec 7, 2021
A Deeper Look at Lal Bikes' Supre Drive Patent A Deeper Look at Lal Bikes' Supre Drive Patent
An even more in-depth examination of Cedric Eveleigh's innovative Supre drivetrain.
Mike Levy    Nov 19, 2021
The Pinkbike Podcast: Episode 90 - Is Supre the Fu The Pinkbike Podcast: Episode 90 - Is Supre the Future of Trouble-Free Drivetrains? (with Cedric Eveleigh of Lal Bikes)
Talking to the inventor of the Supre drivetrain about how it came to be and where it might be going. It's like a gearbox but a lot better...
Mike Levy    Nov 18, 2021
The Pinkbike Podcast: Episode 89 - The Derailleur The Pinkbike Podcast: Episode 89 - The Derailleur Pickle
Our favorite drivetrain nightmares, our dream set-ups, gearboxes and cranks with gearboxes, and how today's drivetrains could be better.
Matt Beer    Nov 12, 2021
First Look: Lal Bikes' Supre Drivetrain Splits The First Look: Lal Bikes' Supre Drivetrain Splits The Derailleur In Half Before It Happens On the Trail
Cedric Eveleigh has created a new drivetrain that splits apart the traditional derailleur functions and moves everything out of harm's way.
Henry Quinney    Sep 21, 2021
Williams Racing Products Release New CentreHub Dec Williams Racing Products Release New CentreHub Decoupling Spider
The decoupling spider is designed to reduce pedal kickback, and also makes it possible to shift at any time.
Mike Kazimer    May 31, 2021
Trendspotting: 4 Predictions About the Near Future Trendspotting: 4 Predictions About the Near Future of Mountain Bike Tech
What's coming up in the mountain bike world? Kazimer gazes into his crystal ball to try and figure it out.
Mike Kazimer    May 27, 2021
Review: SRAM GX Eagle AXS Wireless Drivetrain Review: SRAM GX Eagle AXS Wireless Drivetrain
GX AXS is $200 less expensive than X01 AXS, and it works just as well.
Mike Kazimer    May 18, 2021
SRAM Granted Patent for Drivetrain With a Direct M SRAM Granted Patent for Drivetrain With a Direct Mount Derailleur
The new derailleur design uses a direct mount, and the body is tucked much further underneath the chainstay compared to what's currently the norm.
Mike Kazimer    Mar 31, 2021
Shimano Granted Patent Related to Wireless Electro Shimano Granted Patent Related to Wireless Electronic Shifting & Dropper Post
Shimano's patent covers wireless shifting, a dropper post, and electronic suspension controls.
Mike Kazimer    Mar 25, 2021
First Look: SRAM Releases GX Eagle AXS Wireless El First Look: SRAM Releases GX Eagle AXS Wireless Electronic Drivetrain
There's now a slightly more affordable option for riders who want to make the move to wireless, electronic shifting.
Alicia Leggett    Mar 18, 2021
Throwback Thursday: Intriguing Taipei Cycle Show P Throwback Thursday: Intriguing Taipei Cycle Show Products That Never Went Mainstream
We didn't get to go to the Taipei Cycle Show in person this year, so let's take a look back at some finds worth remembering.
Seb Stott    Mar 4, 2021
Race Face's New 12-Speed Steel Chainring is Only $ Race Face's New 12-Speed Steel Chainring is Only $20
Race Face has added a more affordable direct mount chainring for Shimano 12-speed drivetrains.
James Smurthwaite    Feb 3, 2021
FCC Approval Hints at Wireless RockShox Suspension FCC Approval Hints at Wireless RockShox Suspension & New AXS Shifters
Beep. Boop. Beep. More wireless electronic news, this time related to suspension, shifting, and a power meter.
James Smurthwaite    Feb 1, 2021
Shimano FCC Application Hints at New Wireless Grou Shimano FCC Application Hints at New Wireless Groupset
We're more than two years into XTR's lifespan and there's no electronic version, could that be about to change?
James Smurthwaite    Nov 19, 2020
SRAM Patent Shows Different Electronic Shifting Sy SRAM Patent Shows Different Electronic Shifting System for e-Bikes
It looks like SRAM are working on another electronic shifting design that runs off an e-bike battery.
Cane Creek    Nov 10, 2020
Cane Creek Announces Limited Edition 'IPA Inspired Cane Creek Announces Limited Edition 'IPA Inspired' Fork, BB, Crank Preloader & Headset
Cane Creek is paying tribute to the brewing heritage of western North Carolina with some amber components.
Mike Kazimer    Nov 4, 2020
Review: Shimano Deore M6100 12-Speed Drivetrain - Review: Shimano Deore M6100 12-Speed Drivetrain - Low Price, High Performance
Shimano has raised the bar when it comes to how an affordable drivetrain should perform.
e*thirteen    Oct 9, 2020
e*thirteen Launch their New Helix Wide Range Casse e*thirteen Launch their New Helix Wide Range Cassette
Helix components are engineered to bridge the compatibility gap between SRAM and Shimano components.
Mike Levy    Oct 8, 2020
Review: e*thirteen's New Helix R Wide Range Casset Review: e*thirteen's New Helix R Wide Range Cassette
Lighter, less expensive, more range, and e*thirteen says the new Helix cassette is Shimano and SRAM compatible.
Mike Levy    Oct 8, 2020
Review: AXS Rocker Paddle Upgrade Kit Review: AXS Rocker Paddle Upgrade Kit
The $20 paddle gives you even more shift options.
James Smurthwaite    Sep 28, 2020
Spotted: New SRAM AXS Paddle in Finale Ligure Spotted: New SRAM AXS Paddle in Finale Ligure
It looks like a more thumb-friendly shift paddle is on the way.
Mike Levy    Sep 10, 2020
Video: New 8-Speed Drivetrain, Tools, Tires, Pedal Video: New 8-Speed Drivetrain, Tools, Tires, Pedals, & Clothing - Across the Pond Beaver
Worldwide travel restrictions have put an end to tradeshows, but not even a global pandemic can stop the ol' 8-Ball...
Ralf Hauser    Aug 31, 2020
First Ride: Shimano's New Steps EP8 eMTB System First Ride: Shimano's New Steps EP8 eMTB System
Shimano's new motor is lighter, more powerful, and smaller than its predecessor.
James Smurthwaite    Jul 30, 2020
Throwback Thursday: The First Ever Shimano Deore X Throwback Thursday: The First Ever Shimano Deore XT Groupset From 1982
When thumb shifters, four-finger levers and cantilever brakes were the height of mtb tech.
microshift    Jul 21, 2020
MicroSHIFT Announce Updates to Advent 9-speed Shif MicroSHIFT Announce Updates to Advent 9-speed Shifter and Cassette
MicroSHIFT bring some of the technology from their Advent X 10-speed drivetrain to their cheaper 9-speed offering.
Mike Levy    Jul 16, 2020
Video: Why Are We Using 12-Speed Drivetrains? - Th Video: Why Are We Using 12-Speed Drivetrains? - The Explainer
What’s the deal with these 12-speed drivetrains? What did they give us, and what did they cost us?
Mike Levy    Jun 11, 2020
First Look: SRAM's New GX Drivetrain Offers 520% R First Look: SRAM's New GX Drivetrain Offers 520% Range
The new GX Eagle 12-speed drivetrain gets a 10-52-tooth cassette and carbon fiber cranks.
Cane Creek    May 22, 2020
Cane Creek Announces New Hellbender 70 Bottom Brac Cane Creek Announces New Hellbender 70 Bottom Bracket & T47 Hellbender Neo Bottom Bracket
The Cane Creek Hellbender 70 bottom bracket starts at $99 and the Hellbender Neo T47 retails for $150.
Mike Kazimer    May 19, 2020
Review: TRP's New TR12 Shifter and Derailleur Review: TRP's New TR12 Shifter and Derailleur
TRP expands their drivetrain lineup with a 12-speed shifter and derailleur.
Dan Roberts    May 7, 2020
First Look: Shimano's New Deore 12-Speed Group &am First Look: Shimano's New Deore 12-Speed Group & Other 2021 Updates
The 12-speed trickle down continues as Shimano unveils their new Deore drivetrain, along with new brakes and wheels.
Daniel Sapp    Apr 9, 2020
MicroSHIFT's New 10-Speed Advent X Drivetrain is O MicroSHIFT's New 10-Speed Advent X Drivetrain is Only $167 - Pond Beaver 2020 (Updated with Video)
MicroSHIFT's new 10-speed drivetrain features an 11-48t range, and competes with higher-end competitors in weight.
Daniel Sapp    Apr 9, 2020
PNW Components' Shifty Lever & Gen 3 Rainier D PNW Components' Shifty Lever & Gen 3 Rainier Dropper Post - Pond Beaver 2020
PNW Components debuts a shift paddle upgrade, while their latest generation Rainier post has a tool-free travel-adjust.
Daniel Sapp    Feb 27, 2020
Review: Race Face Next SL G5 Carbon Cranks Review: Race Face Next SL G5 Carbon Cranks
We put the latest version of Race Face's lightweight carbon cranks to the test.
Dan Roberts    Jan 17, 2020
Round Up: 10 Little-Known European Manufacturers M Round Up: 10 Little-Known European Manufacturers Making Exciting Stuff
Rasta cranks, exotic shocks, carbon fiber bar and stem combos - they're all here in this round up of European manufacturers.
James Smurthwaite    Dec 17, 2019
4 Takeaways from the CyclingTips Ultimate Chain Te 4 Takeaways from the CyclingTips Ultimate Chain Test
Want to know what the most durable and most efficient chains are? CyclingTips embarked on a massive investigation to find out.
Richard Cunningham    Nov 15, 2019
Review: Shimano's XT 12-Speed Drivetrain is Smart Review: Shimano's XT 12-Speed Drivetrain is Smart Money
Reliable, durable, quiet, and ready for anything - everything you'd want for a long-term relationship
Richard Cunningham    Nov 8, 2019
Shimano Gearbox in the Works - Patents Filed on Hy Shimano Gearbox in the Works - Patents Filed on Hybrid Chain-driven Sequential-Shift Transmission
BikeRadar reveals a patent that actually could doom the derailleur, along with the gearbox as we know it.
Richard Cunningham    Oct 25, 2019
Review: Garbaruk 12-Speed Cassette for SRAM Eagle Review: Garbaruk 12-Speed Cassette for SRAM Eagle
Lightweight alternative to SRAM's XX1 and XO1 Eagle cassettes & some color-coordinated drivetrain bling.
Mike Levy    Sep 19, 2019
Review: 6 Months with SRAM'S Wireless Eagle AXS XX Review: 6 Months with SRAM'S Wireless Eagle AXS XX1 Drivetrain
We've lived with SRAM's wireless AXS drivetrain for the last six months. Here's how it's performed so far.
Mike Kazimer    Sep 13, 2019
Shimano Loosens Micro Spline Hub Licensing Restric Shimano Loosens Micro Spline Hub Licensing Restrictions
Shimano has made it much easier for hub manufacturers to obtain the license necessary to produce Micro Spline compatible hubs.
Mike Levy    Sep 6, 2019
SRAM to Introduce a $15 Universal Derailleur Hange SRAM to Introduce a $15 Universal Derailleur Hanger - Eurobike 2019
Is the mountain bike industry ready to embrace a single derailleur hanger design?
TRPCyclingComponents    Sep 5, 2019
TRP Announces DH7 Shifting Components TRP Announces DH7 Shifting Components
TRP has a new shifter and derailleur that they've designed for the gravity-focused rider with Aaron Gwin and his mechanic John Hall's cooperation.
Pinkbike Originals    Sep 4, 2019
Video: Long-Travel Linkage Forks, Carbon Shaft-Dri Video: Long-Travel Linkage Forks, Carbon Shaft-Drives, and Virtual Mountain Biking - Eurobike 2019
Trust's new long-travel linkage fork, CeramicSpeed's wild shaft-drive system, and Zwift adds steerable mountain biking to their virtual training.
James Smurthwaite    Sep 4, 2019
CeramicSpeed Unveil Prototype Telescoping MTB Driv CeramicSpeed Unveil Prototype Telescoping MTB Drivetrain - Eurobike 2019
Could this crazy concept from CeramicSpeed be the drivetrain that kills the derailleur?
Mike Kazimer    Sep 4, 2019
First Ride: TRP's DH7 Shifter & 'Hall Lock' Eq First Ride: TRP's DH7 Shifter & 'Hall Lock' Equipped Derailleur
Designed with input from Aaron Gwin and John Hall, the DH7 drivetrain is now official.
Mike Levy    Sep 4, 2019
Cane Creek Promises Most Reliable Bottom Bracket - Cane Creek Promises Most Reliable Bottom Bracket - Eurobike 2019
Can bearing technology from the food industry make our bottom brackets last much longer?
James Smurthwaite    Sep 2, 2019
Rotor Confirms Full Details of 1x13 Drivetrain Rotor Confirms Full Details of 1x13 Drivetrain
Rotor’s 13-speed hydraulic drivetrain is officially on the way.
Daniel Sapp    Sep 2, 2019
First Look: Box One Prime 9 - A Wide Range, 9-Spee First Look: Box One Prime 9 - A Wide Range, 9-Speed Drivetrain
Box's One Prime 9 challenges the premise and complications of 12-speed drivetrains with a lightweight 11 x 50 nine-speed transmission
James Smurthwaite    Aug 13, 2019
SRAM's Prototype 7 Speed AXS Drivetrain - Crankwor SRAM's Prototype 7 Speed AXS Drivetrain - Crankworx Whistler 2019
The question is when, not if, wireless shifting will appear on World Cup DH bikes
Richard Cunningham    Aug 9, 2019
Review: e*thirteen's TRS+ 12-Speed Cassette Offers Review: e*thirteen's TRS+ 12-Speed Cassette Offers a Whopping 556% Range
New mounting system requires no special tools, it's lightweight, and no more clunky shifting
shiftactivemedia    Jul 2, 2019
CeramicSpeed Announces OSPW X System For Eagle CeramicSpeed Announces OSPW X System For Eagle
CeramicSpeed's Oversized Pulley Wheel X System is now available for SRAM's Eagle AXS and mechanical derailleurs and is designed to make the system both more efficient and durable.
Mike Kazimer    Jun 27, 2019
Review: Shimano's XTR 12-Speed Drivetrain Sets the Review: Shimano's XTR 12-Speed Drivetrain Sets the Bar for Shifting Performance Under Power
Was it worth the wait? We've been thrashing the new XTR 12-speed drivetrain to find out.
Mike Levy    Apr 12, 2019
Video: Rotor's 13-Speed Drivetrain is Powered by M Video: Rotor's 13-Speed Drivetrain is Powered by Mineral Oil - Sea Otter 2019
Now you can choose between a traditional steel cable, an encrypted wireless network... And mineral oil.
Daniel Sapp    Feb 18, 2019
Review: MicroSHIFT's New $125 Advent Drivetrain Review: MicroSHIFT's New $125 Advent Drivetrain
On a budget? The new Advent 9-speed drivetrain is worth a look.
Mike Levy    Feb 7, 2019
5 Details About SRAM's Wireless AXS Components 5 Details About SRAM's Wireless AXS Components
We get it, there are no wires. But there's plenty of other interesting stuff to learn about SRAM's new wireless Eagle AXS drivetrain and Reverb dropper.
Mike Levy    Feb 6, 2019
Video: SRAM's Wireless Eagle AXS Drivetrain Explai Video: SRAM's Wireless Eagle AXS Drivetrain Explained
It's finally here and there isn't a steel shift cable in sight.
Mike Kazimer    Jan 31, 2019
Update: What's Going On With Shimano's New XTR Gro Update: What's Going On With Shimano's New XTR Group?
Production delays, manufacturing issues; Shimano hasn't had an easy time getting the new XTR to market.
Box Components    Jan 14, 2019
Box Components Announces Box Two 9 Speed E-Bike Dr Box Components Announces Box Two 9 Speed E-Bike Drivetrain
An e-bike specific drivetrain with an extra wide range.
Mike Levy    Nov 3, 2018
SunRace's New 1X Drivetrain is for the Groms - Tai SunRace's New 1X Drivetrain is for the Groms - Taipei Cycle Show 2018
They also had their higher-end MZ group and an interesting XD-driver sleeve option.
Richard Cunningham    Nov 2, 2018
Review: Box Two 11-Speed Drivetrain Review: Box Two 11-Speed Drivetrain
If there were a mountain bike version of David vs Goliath, this would be it.
Mike Kazimer    Oct 30, 2018
Review: PNW Components Loam Lever Review: PNW Components Loam Lever
"It's like a yoga mat for your thumb..." See what we thought of PNW Components' new dropper post lever.
Mike Levy    Jul 8, 2018
Yep, Here's Your 13-Speed Drivetrain - Eurobike 20 Yep, Here's Your 13-Speed Drivetrain - Eurobike 2018
Rotor's new 1x13 drivetrain uses hydraulic fluid instead of a steel cable, and it can be set-up in all sorts of different ways.
Richard Cunningham    Jul 5, 2018
Review: Race Face’s New Cinch Oval Ring Review: Race Face’s New Cinch Oval Ring
Race Face freely admits that oval sprockets aren't new, but they believe that their latest direct-mount option is the better performer.
Box Components    Jul 5, 2018
Box Components Launches New 'Box Two' Drivetrain & Box Components Launches New 'Box Two' Drivetrain & Lifetime Warranty Against Breakage
No, Box's new "Two" drivetrain is not a 2x drivetrain. It sees a variety of updates and comes with a new lifetime warranty—no proof of purchase necessary.
Mike Levy    Jun 24, 2018
Review: e*thirteen's New TRS Plus 12-Speed Upgrade Review: e*thirteen's New TRS Plus 12-Speed Upgrade Kit
Have an 11-speed SRAM drivetrain and want one more cog? e*thirteen's $299 USD conversion kit includes all the parts to make that happen, including the internal shifter pieces that you'll need to install inside your SRAM shifter.
Daniel Sapp    Jun 14, 2018
Review: NX Eagle - SRAM's New Affordable 12-Speed Review: NX Eagle - SRAM's New Affordable 12-Speed Drivetrain
SRAM's most affordable 12-speed drivetrain is compatible with Shimano freehubs.
Mike Kazimer    May 20, 2018
Nino Schurter & Malene Degn's Wireless Electro Nino Schurter & Malene Degn's Wireless Electronic Drivetrains - Albstadt World Cup XC
Development of SRAM's eTap off-road gruppo continues. **Updated with additional shifter photo.**
Mike Kazimer    May 8, 2018
Archer Components' Wireless Electronic D1x Shifter Archer Components' Wireless Electronic D1x Shifter - Review
Archer Components' D1x system makes it easy to convert from analog to electronic shifting, but is it worth it?
Matt Wragg    Apr 29, 2018
Bike Festival Randoms: A Hydraulic Drivetrain, Pro Bike Festival Randoms: A Hydraulic Drivetrain, Prototype Shocks, A New High-End Helmet, & More - Garda Trentino 2018
We take a walk through the eye-searing Garda Bike Festival. [update: the drivetrain isn't hydraulic.]
Richard Cunningham    Apr 22, 2018
New Wide Range Drivetrain, Manitou Dirt Jump Fork, New Wide Range Drivetrain, Manitou Dirt Jump Fork, and a Dirt Cheap DH Bike - Sea Otter 2018
Saturday was jam packed, and exhibitors responded by pulling out their secret stuff. Take a look.
Richard Cunningham    Apr 13, 2018
Garbaruk 10 x 50 Wide-Range 11-Speed Cassette for Garbaruk 10 x 50 Wide-Range 11-Speed Cassette for SRAM XD Drivers - Review
Beautifully machined and sharp-shifting cassette offers 11-speed riders the same 500% range as SRAM Eagle
Mike Kazimer    Apr 10, 2018
RockShox Announces Longer Travel SID, New Twistloc RockShox Announces Longer Travel SID, New Twistloc Remote
XC courses are getting more technical, which is why RockShox is now offering a longer travel version of the SID.
Mike Levy    Mar 7, 2018
Prototype Wireless Electronic Drivetrain - Stellen Prototype Wireless Electronic Drivetrain - Stellenbosch World Cup
SRAM's wireless, battery-powered drivetrain could make its racing debut at this weekend's World Cup cross-country race.

*Updated with more photos of Nino's bike*
Vernon Felton    Mar 2, 2018
Wolf Tooth ReMote Light Action - Review Wolf Tooth ReMote Light Action - Review
Frustrated with the stock lever on your dropper post? Wolf Tooth's ReMote Light Action may be worth a look.
Richard Cunningham    Dec 1, 2017
Bike Yoke Shifty: SRAM Derailleur Upgrade - Review Bike Yoke Shifty: SRAM Derailleur Upgrade - Review
The most important upgrade you'll probably never need - and it's gold!
Pinkbike Staff    Dec 1, 2017
Win a SRAM GX Eagle Drivetrain  - Pinkbike's Adven Win a SRAM GX Eagle Drivetrain - Pinkbike's Advent Calendar Giveaway
Our Advent Calendar is back! Today you're in with a chance of winning a SRAM MTB GX Eagle drive train. Enter now!
Mike Levy    Nov 29, 2017
KMC X11EPT ECO ProteQ Chain - Review KMC X11EPT ECO ProteQ Chain - Review
Is KMC's rust resistant chain ideal for those who aren't great with looking after their bike?
Richard Cunningham    Sep 7, 2017
SRAM X-Sync 2 Oval Chainrings - Review SRAM X-Sync 2 Oval Chainrings - Review
If oval chainrings are your preference, SRAM has a good performer to match your Eagle drivetrain
Mike Levy    Sep 6, 2017
12-Speed XTR, Devinci’s Return to DH, and a Sant 12-Speed XTR, Devinci’s Return to DH, and a Santa Cruz eMTB? - Rumors from Eurobike 2017
Speculation about whether Santa Cruz will have their own eMTB in the near future, Shimano's 12-Speed XTR Drivetrain, and other crystal ball-type stuff.
Mike Levy    Aug 28, 2017
Box's New 7-Speed DH Drivetrain Components and Lif Box's New 7-Speed DH Drivetrain Components and Lifetime Warranty - First Look
Box is expanding their catalog with the addition of not just a fresh DH-specific drivetrain but also their new, lower priced Two range, a revised shifter design, and the purchase of True Precision Components' Stealth hubs. But the even bigger news might be their no-questions-asked warranty program.
AJ Barlas    Aug 17, 2017
e*thirteen TRSr Cassette - Review e*thirteen TRSr Cassette - Review
Is the 9-46 tooth TRSr cassette sufficient for riders looking for more range without stepping up to a whole new 12-speed drivetrain?
Mike Kazimer    Jun 8, 2017
SRAM GX Eagle: A Wallet Friendly 12-Speed Drivetra SRAM GX Eagle: A Wallet Friendly 12-Speed Drivetrain - First Ride
SRAM's new Eagle group delivers a massive gear range without the price tag to match.
Mike Levy    May 4, 2017
Shimano XT Di2 - Double Header Review Shimano XT Di2 - Double Header Review
Levy and Felton tag team Shimano's less expensive electronic drivetrain to see if XT Di2 makes any sense.
flag Box Components    Apr 1, 2017
Box Components Announces Revolutionary New Drivetr Box Components Announces Revolutionary New Drivetrain
A new concept from BOX that is set to disrupt the market.
Richard Cunningham    Mar 8, 2017
OneUp Switch Chainring System - Review OneUp Switch Chainring System - Review
Change your gearing in less than two minutes with this innovative, quick-change spider assembly.
Paul Aston    Feb 16, 2017
Derailleur vs Gearbox: Nicolai Ion 16 vs Ion GPI - Derailleur vs Gearbox: Nicolai Ion 16 vs Ion GPI - Review
The comparison test everyone has been waiting for: two identical bikes, one gearbox. and one derailleur. Which came out on top?
Olly Forster    Dec 21, 2016
Absolute Black Oval Guide - Review Absolute Black Oval Guide - Review
Looking for a chainguide that will work with oval chainrings? Absolute Black might have the answer.
Pinkbike Staff    Dec 13, 2016
Win a Shimano XT Drivetrain and Brakes - Pinkbike' Win a Shimano XT Drivetrain and Brakes - Pinkbike's Advent Calendar Giveaway
Get entered in today's advent calendar and you could win an XT Drivetrain of your choice plus an XT Brakeset.
Mike Kazimer    Nov 21, 2016
Shimano XT Di2 Drivetrain - First Ride Shimano XT Di2 Drivetrain - First Ride
We get acquainted with Shimano's newest electronic drivetrain.
Mike Kazimer    Nov 15, 2016
SRAM Eagle Drivetrain - Review SRAM Eagle Drivetrain - Review
Is there a 12-speed drivetrain in your future?
Box Components    Oct 27, 2016
Box Components Robbed of Drivetrain Samples Box Components Robbed of Drivetrain Samples
Goods worth approximately $100,000 in value were stolen today from Box's Anaheim warehouse. Anyone with information is encouraged to reach out.
Mike Levy    Sep 6, 2016
OneUp Shark 10-Tooth Cluster and MiniDriver - Revi OneUp Shark 10-Tooth Cluster and MiniDriver - Review
How to make your 11-speed Shimano cassette into a wide-range block that's ready for any climb AND descent.
Mike Kazimer    Jun 22, 2016
e*thirteen TRS+ Cassette - Review e*thirteen TRS+ Cassette - Review
Thanks to its 9-44 tooth spread, e*thirteen's cassette has a 489% gear range.
Mike Kazimer    Jun 2, 2016
SRAM Announces GX DH Drivetrain SRAM Announces GX DH Drivetrain
SRAM's new seven-speed drivetrain is aimed at the budget conscious downhiller.
Mike Kazimer    Mar 24, 2016
First Ride: SRAM's 12-Speed Eagle Drivetrain First Ride: SRAM's 12-Speed Eagle Drivetrain
SRAM's new XX1 and X01 drivetrains now have twelve speeds, and use a 10-50 tooth cassette.
Mike Levy    Mar 20, 2016
OneUp Shark 50T Sprocket Kit - Review OneUp Shark 50T Sprocket Kit - Review
Hold up, a 50-tooth cog for my eleven-speed cassette? Yup, and we find out if it makes sense.
Mike Levy    Mar 3, 2016
Microshift's 11-Speed Electric Drivetrain - Taipei Microshift's 11-Speed Electric Drivetrain - Taipei Show 2016
Is a sub-$600 electric drivetrain in your future?
Mike Kazimer    Feb 11, 2016
SRAM Announces NX 1x11 Drivetrain SRAM Announces NX 1x11 Drivetrain
Upgrading to a 1x11 drivetrain has never been more affordable.
Mike Kazimer    Feb 8, 2016
Shimano XT M8000 Drivetrain - Review Shimano XT M8000 Drivetrain - Review
Shimano's most affordable 11-speed group gets put to the test.
flag Ian Chu    Jan 14, 2016
SRAM X-Sync 齒盤 - 測評 SRAM X-Sync 齒盤 - 測評
只需 20 美金的耐用厚薄齒選擇。
Richard Cunningham    Jan 6, 2016
SRAM X-Sync Steel Chainring - Review SRAM X-Sync Steel Chainring - Review
Long-lasting narrow-wide chainrings for only twenty bucks.
Paul Aston    Dec 30, 2015
Renthal 1XR Chainring - Review Renthal 1XR Chainring - Review
We put the legendary British brand's first foray into the narrow/wide chainring market to task.
Mike Kazimer    Dec 8, 2015
SRAM GX Drivetrain - Review SRAM GX Drivetrain - Review
SRAM's GX group makes switching to an 11-speed drivetrain more affordable than ever.
Richard Cunningham    Nov 4, 2015
Shimano Di2 XTR - Long-Term Review Shimano Di2 XTR - Long-Term Review
Does Shimano's most ambitious mountain bike drivetrain deliver the groceries?
Mike Levy    Sep 24, 2015
Review: Praxis Wide Range 10spd Cassette Review: Praxis Wide Range 10spd Cassette
Praxis' 10 speed cassette gives riders an 11-40 tooth range and eliminates any awkward gaps between gears.
Pinkbike Staff    Jul 21, 2015
Ask Pinkbike: Hybrid Drivetrains, Wheel Weight Lim Ask Pinkbike: Hybrid Drivetrains, Wheel Weight Limits and Custom Jerseys
Pinkbike's tech editors answer some of your most pressing forum questions.
Mike Levy    Jul 14, 2015
OneUp 45 Tooth XTR Conversion - Review OneUp 45 Tooth XTR Conversion - Review
Is OneUp's 45 tooth cog the answer for riders who run a Shimano drivetrain but want a wider gearing range?
Mike Levy    Jun 10, 2015
Shimano XTR Trail Drivetrain - Review Shimano XTR Trail Drivetrain - Review
We find out how Shimano's eleven-speed XTR Trail drivetrain performs over the long haul.
OneUp Components    Apr 27, 2015
OneUp Your Shimano 11 Speed Drivetrain OneUp Your Shimano 11 Speed Drivetrain
Now you can OneUp your Shimano 11-speed drivetrain with the new 45T sprocket for XT/XTR (M8000/M9000) cassettes.
Mike Levy    Apr 15, 2015
OneUp 44 Tooth X-Cog - Review OneUp 44 Tooth X-Cog - Review
OneUp's 44 tooth X-Cog replaces the largest cog on your SRAM X-Dome cassette to give you goat-like climbing abilities.
Richard Cunningham    Apr 2, 2015
First Look: SRAM GX - The 11-Speed Wide Range Driv First Look: SRAM GX - The 11-Speed Wide Range Drivetrain for the People
One-by drivetrain priced for the working man. SRAM's new $564 GX drivetrain features a game-changing 10 x 42, eleven-speed cassette.
Richard Cunningham    Mar 17, 2015
Wolf Tooth GC 42 Cassette Cog - Review Wolf Tooth GC 42 Cassette Cog - Review
One of the original wide-range ten-speed conversions for budget minded one-by drivetrain users.

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flag Ian Chu    Mar 2, 2015
Shimano正式發表Di2 XTR電子變速系統 Shimano正式發表Di2 XTR電子變速系統
在加州棕櫚泉的發表體驗營上,Shimano人員實際帶我們使用最新的電子變速系統。
flag Ian Chu    Jan 4, 2015
SRAM X01 DH- 測評 SRAM X01 DH- 測評
SRAM推出的七速下坡專用變速系統長時間測試。
Mike Levy    Dec 29, 2014
SRAM X01 DH - Review SRAM X01 DH - Review
SRAM's seven speed X01 DH drivetrain gets put to the test.

Pinkbike Product Picks - a quick look at the products that we've been using day in and day out.
Pinkbike Staff    Aug 19, 2014
Ask Pinkbike - DH Bikes, Bottom Brackets and Drive Ask Pinkbike - DH Bikes, Bottom Brackets and Drivetrain Rumbles
Pinkbike's tech editors answer some of your most pressing forum questions.
Mike Kazimer    Aug 5, 2014
OneUp Components RAD Cage - Review OneUp Components RAD Cage - Review
OneUp's new RAD cage allows Shimano rear derailleurs to play nicely with 10 speed wide range cassettes.
Pinkbike Staff    Aug 5, 2014
Ask Pinkbike - Desert Tires, Drivetrain Upgrades, Ask Pinkbike - Desert Tires, Drivetrain Upgrades, BoXXer Dial Dilemma
Pinkbike's tech editors answer some of your most pressing forum questions.
Matt Wragg    Jun 12, 2014
Hope Retainer Ring - Review Hope Retainer Ring - Review
Hope joins the narrow-wide chainring market with a beautifully made example in 30, 32 and 34-tooth options

Pinkbike Product Picks - a quick look at the products that we've been using day in and day out.
Rachelle Frazer Boobar    May 2, 2014
First Ride - SRAM X1 Drivetrain First Ride - SRAM X1 Drivetrain
Has the demand for an eleven speed, single 'ring drivetrain at a lower price been answered? It seems to be so.
Mike Levy    Apr 16, 2014
SRAM X01 Drivetrain - Review SRAM X01 Drivetrain - Review
We put eight months riding time in on SRAM's second tier 11 speed drivetrain to see if it's up to the task.

Pinkbike Product Picks - a quick look at the products that we've been using day in and day out.
Richard Cunningham    Apr 11, 2014
First Look: 2015 Shimano XTR – Eleven Speed Cass First Look: 2015 Shimano XTR – Eleven Speed Cassette - Choose Your Drivetrain
The Japanese giant takes a large, conservative leap forward and launches a dedicated one-by drivetrain.
Mike Levy    Mar 4, 2014
First Ride - SRAM Debuts DH Specific 7 Speed Drive First Ride - SRAM Debuts DH Specific 7 Speed Drivetrain
We spend three days riding SRAM's radical new 7 speed downhill drivetrain to find out if this is the answer to what downhillers have been requesting for years.
Richard Cunningham    Jan 1, 2014
Oneup Components 42-tooth Cog for Ten-Speed Casset Oneup Components 42-tooth Cog for Ten-Speed Cassettes - Reviewed
The missing link for ten speed one-by drivetrains costs $100 and it converts most Shimano and SRAM cassettes to wide-range gearing.
Mike Kazimer    Sep 21, 2013
BOX Components Prototype Drivetrain and Disc Brake BOX Components Prototype Drivetrain and Disc Brake - Interbike 2013
There's another contender in the drivetrain and brake market on the horizon - we take a look at what BOX Components has in store.
Mike Levy    Aug 2, 2013
SRAM's X01 Drivetrain Explained SRAM's X01 Drivetrain Explained
There is more to SRAM's X01 group than first meets the eye.
SRAM    Aug 1, 2013
SRAM X01 Drivetrain SRAM X01 Drivetrain
Initial info, specs, and pricing for SRAM's X01 single-ring drivetrain.
Mike Kazimer    Jul 19, 2013
Pinkbike Product Picks Pinkbike Product Picks
Wheels Manufacturing Ceramic PressFit 30 bottom bracket • Rubena Highlander tires • Troy Lee Designs Ruckus jersey and shorts

Product Picks is a weekly feature that lets you see the latest gear that we're rocking and how it performs.
Mike Levy    May 29, 2013
SRAM XX1 Drivetrain Review SRAM XX1 Drivetrain Review
We put SRAM's 11 speed XX1 drivetrain through a torturous winter and spring riding season to see if its single ring, eleven cog design can hack it in the real world.
Matt Wragg    Jan 23, 2013
Shimano Zee Rear Mech Review Shimano Zee Rear Mech Review
We put Shimano's tough, affordable Zee rear derailleur through its paces.
Mike Levy    Jul 27, 2012
Pinkbike Product Picks Pinkbike Product Picks
SRAM X5 rear derailleur • SRAM X5 shifters • SRAM X5 crankset

Product Picks is a weekly feature that lets you see the latest gear that we're rocking and how it performs.
Richard Cunningham    Jul 2, 2012
SRAM XX1 Eleven Speed Drivetrain - First Look SRAM XX1 Eleven Speed Drivetrain - First Look
SRAM's XX1 single-chainring 1 x 11 system stands to be the ultimate trail rider's drivetrain. Full details
Mike Levy    Jun 27, 2012
SRAM XO Grip Shift Review SRAM XO Grip Shift Review
Does it make sense to do the twist? The first full trail test of SRAM's new ten speed Grip Shift answers that question.
Mike Levy    May 25, 2012
SRAM XX1 Drivetrain - First Look SRAM XX1 Drivetrain - First Look
A first look at SRAM's prototype single chain ring, 11 speed XX1 drivetrain.
Mike Levy    Mar 29, 2012
2013 SRAM Grip Shift - First Ride 2013 SRAM Grip Shift - First Ride
We spend a few days riding SRAM's new 2013 Grip Shift XX and X0 shift systems and report back. Is the return of the twister a good thing?
Richard Cunningham    Jul 4, 2011
Shimano's Refocused 2012 Deore XT Group Review Shimano's Refocused 2012 Deore XT Group Review
Shimano reached out to hardcore enthusiasts to shape its original Deore XT components, and the group was an overnight success. Almost 30 years later, the Japanese Giant returns to the mountains to put Deore XT back on track.
Cory Hemminger    Jun 16, 2011
SRAM XO Drivetrain and Brakes Review SRAM XO Drivetrain and Brakes Review
Cory Hemminger has been putting the SRAM XO drive train through the wringer all winter and spring here on the Wet West Coast and here's what he has to say about it and how its held up to all the rain we got.
Mike Levy    May 18, 2011
MicroShift Marvo XE Derailleur and Shifter Review MicroShift Marvo XE Derailleur and Shifter Review
We tested MicroSHIFT's Marvo XE rear derailleur and shifter to find out how it compares to its more well known competition.
Luc 'Acadian' Albert    Mar 10, 2008
e.thirteen Delivers Another Drivetrain Improvement e.thirteen Delivers Another Drivetrain Improvement
News Source: ethirteen components
[L=http://www.e13components.com]e.thirteen™[/L] continues to push the envelope of product development with the release of more groundbreaking products for 2008. Beyond continued chain device development, e.thirteen is making additional contributions to the drivetrain with the release of odd-sized guide rings.







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