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i fancy a change. what would be the ideal gear set up for a 2x set up.
either in 9 or 10 speed.
or should i just stick with 3x9?
mainly xc riding in pennines and few trail centres.
cheers
What do you have? Assume only 9 speed kit.
If you want to give it a go then try 2x9 with a new 36t ring and bash/chain guide.
2x10 gives you more range but 2x9 has done me well for me for the last few years
drive train needs replacing anyway. using standard off the shelf 3x9 crankset.
would i need a chain guide if i was to use the medium cage xt rear mech?
could i use 3x9 shifters for 2x9 set up.?
thanks for replying
Why not get a new chainset if you are replacing it anyway instead of using a 3x9 or 3x10 and taking a ring off. You still have the problem of cross chaining with those
single speed.
save the weight. save the hassle. If its a 26, running 36x18 will let you do everything 🙂
Or failing that, why not run a 1x10. A 34 upfront (avec bash) with standard cassette at the back will do all!
Rohloff 😉
There is no "best" for over 12s.
What are you trying to achieve?
Do you catch your big ring on rocks 'n stuff?
Are you worried about your big ring sticking in your leg when you crash?
Do you lose your chain on rough descents?
If the answer to any of the above questions is yes, lose the big ring and go 2x9. Otherwise carry on as you are...........
Depends on the bike and purpose. I like 2x9 with 36/22 x 11-34 on my Cotic Soul. The 36 x 11 gives enough speed on the way to the trails. 36 x 34 is most times perfect for technical climbs, with a chance to drop to granny when it steepens up.
On my other XC/AM bike, SC Bullit, I have 32/22 x 11-32. It works as good on the same trails. Heavier bike = needs a smaller middle ring.
Lost the 44 big ring back in 2004 and not been missing it since. 🙂