Anyone running SRAM xx1 Chainset?
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Anyone running SRAM xx1 Chainset?
Postby Heff » Sat Apr 26, 2014 9:02 pm
I'm just finding it hard to justify spending a hundy on a piece of plastic to retain the chain, when I could sink that into a new chainset that will do the same thing.
XC rider, so don't need a hard core setup.
Just wanted input if anyone has experience first hand with this crank?
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Re: Anyone running SRAM xx1 Chainset?
Postby Le Mong » Sat Apr 26, 2014 9:19 pm
That rear mech are you using?
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Re: Anyone running SRAM xx1 Chainset?
Postby Heff » Sat Apr 26, 2014 9:39 pm
I've looked into the Wolf stuff, they review well, definitely another option.
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Re: Anyone running SRAM xx1 Chainset?
Postby Duck! » Sat Apr 26, 2014 9:44 pm
You realise that a XX1 RD is not compatible with any other gear? Makes a chainguide decidely good value by comparison.Heff wrote: Worst case is I end up getting the XX1 rear as well.
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Re: Anyone running SRAM xx1 Chainset?
Postby Heff » Sat Apr 26, 2014 9:54 pm
Just after peoples experiences with the SRAM XX1 Crankset really. Thanks though.
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Re: Anyone running SRAM xx1 Chainset?
Postby Heff » Fri May 02, 2014 12:09 am
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Re: Anyone running SRAM xx1 Chainset?
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Re: Anyone running SRAM xx1 Chainset?
Postby Mugglechops » Tue May 06, 2014 11:56 am
The Race Face chainring cost me $50.
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Re: Anyone running SRAM xx1 Chainset?
Postby Heff » Sat May 10, 2014 7:32 pm
Yes, I could of done it cheaper as has been highlighted, but it wasn't about finding the cheapest solution, but instead finding the right one. I'm more than happy with my decision to run this crank.
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Re: Anyone running SRAM xx1 Chainset?
Postby trailgumby » Sun May 11, 2014 6:57 pm
Wow that's *really* interesting. No chainguide? I'd have thought the clutch rear derailleur would be essential to stop the chain from slapping around and jumping off. Apparently not.Mugglechops wrote:I have done about 700kms with a Race Face narrow wide chain ring and a non clutched derailluer and I am yet to drop a chain.
The Race Face chainring cost me $50.
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Re: Anyone running SRAM xx1 Chainset?
Postby ldrcycles » Sun May 11, 2014 7:06 pm
Heff wrote:I appreciate the input from everyone! Took the bike out today, and ran it as hard as I could, no chain drop, and a silent drivetrain, with silky smooth shifting. The 32 up front, with an 11x38 XT cassette, Shimano Zee RD, and KMC 10spd chain worked a treat, and the range is perfect for my regular trails in Adelaide.
Yes, I could of done it cheaper as has been highlighted, but it wasn't about finding the cheapest solution, but instead finding the right one. I'm more than happy with my decision to run this crank.
Looks good, what's the frame?
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Re: Anyone running SRAM xx1 Chainset?
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Re: Anyone running SRAM xx1 Chainset?
Postby singlespeedscott » Sun May 11, 2014 8:11 pm
I can hear the bells tolling the death of the front derailleur on the dirt.
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Re: Anyone running SRAM xx1 Chainset?
Postby silentbutdeadly » Sun May 11, 2014 8:20 pm
None of them even the Hope have ever jumped the chain and none of them have a guide. They are the ducks nuts!!
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Re: Anyone running SRAM xx1 Chainset?
Postby Mugglechops » Sun May 11, 2014 9:06 pm
I have been trying to make it come off with no luck.trailgumby wrote:Wow that's *really* interesting. No chainguide? I'd have thought the clutch rear derailleur would be essential to stop the chain from slapping around and jumping off. Apparently not.Mugglechops wrote:I have done about 700kms with a Race Face narrow wide chain ring and a non clutched derailluer and I am yet to drop a chain.
The Race Face chainring cost me $50.
My Zee wide range has arrived now so I will fit it soon.
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Re: Anyone running SRAM xx1 Chainset?
Postby Heff » Sun May 11, 2014 11:06 pm
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Re: Anyone running SRAM xx1 Chainset?
Postby Mugglechops » Mon May 12, 2014 7:30 pm
I only ride on bike pathsHeff wrote:Mugglechops and silentbutdeadly you need to get off the groomed single track ; )
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Re: Anyone running SRAM xx1 Chainset?
Postby silentbutdeadly » Tue May 13, 2014 10:58 am
Not much of that around here. It's mostly grey cracking clay and red sand. But our track does have a nasty chain slap section known as 'Lenny's Logs' which is made of treated pine posts and more than a few sharp log jumps and despite my best efforts...no lost chains. Yet. Must try harder.Heff wrote:Mugglechops and silentbutdeadly you need to get off the groomed single track ; )
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