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[Closed] Going 1x9 on XC bike - Top chainguide Vs Roller bottom

 
 cjr61
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Hi guys,

First time looking for chainguide. What's the major difference? For riding XC with 100mm travel at the front which would be better?

Top guide or roller like a Blackspire stinger? Must be BB mounted as no ISCG.

Thanks


 
Posted : 22/07/2013 4:23 pm
 warpcow
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A roller only really tensions the chain. It won't keep the chain on the chainring.


 
Posted : 22/07/2013 6:23 pm
 cjr61
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OK, top guide it is. Thanks


 
Posted : 22/07/2013 6:30 pm
 spectabilis
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I use a straightline silent guide ( top and bottom slides ) on my 1x9 bike which goes cross country....
gear shifts remain smooth as without a guide and doesn't rattle like some roller guides and it's never dropped or trapped a chain.

FYI, your not limited to ISCG designs as you can get adaptor mounts for under a tenner.


 
Posted : 22/07/2013 6:37 pm
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