Having to replace 2 sets on my bikes at the moment, and I know they wear out, but to me, it seems like they are stupidly expensive these days compared to other parts on the bike.
Or am I just being a tight fisted jock twa.. as my friends would say ?
It used to be cheaper to buy a new crankset from the likes of CRC...but the prices of cranks are ridiculous too nowadays
Deore steel for middle and grannie - cheap, more durable, v close in weight.
simple answer yes.
I did get a set of three none brand from merlin for a reasonable price.
Yes, just looking at ordering a middle ring, and it seems stupid money for what they are, and the amount of material invovled. I guess there is design and low numbers sold, but even so... A chain ring "looks" like it should cost about a tenner
Wot glen says - steel shitmano middles for £7 or so. Just throw the big ring away and go 22/36 .
I love specialites TA alloy rings but can't afford another set
I don't think I've ever worn out a big ring anyway.
[i]I don't think I've ever worn out a big ring anyway[/i]
*giggle*
Yeah I know what you mean...I'm experimenting with Middleburn Hardcoat chainrings at the moment... no complaints so far other than the price!
Ive never worn out a big ring, just bent it once. Only closet rodies wear out big rings.
i was think that the other day when lookin 4 xt chainrings,ended up buying a slx crankset £70 ribble