I'd like to use 1x9 setup. I have Shimano XT 11-32 cassette. I need a chainring for XC, marathon and some endurance races. [b]Should I use 36t or 38t?[/b]
the answer is how strong are you.
although even a 36x32 might be a little steep for a long race.
Good luck with 38-32 at selkirk 😯
I've slow, but strong legs... 😀
34t wouldn't be fast enough on flat...
36t renthal very light and nice and strong
36, no problamo.
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32T here, but that's for steep alpine terrain here in the NW Alps.
Depends on the terrain and your riding style
kingkongsfinger - What kind of chainguide is that?
One of these £16.99 and its superb, done about 40-50 hrs with it in the last 8 weeks, highly recommended. My bike gets thrashed and the chain has never come off !
http://superstar.tibolts.co.uk/product_info.php?cPath=56&products_id=362