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[Closed] Road cranks on MTB - why not?

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I've got a brand new Bontrager triple chain set for a road bike and I am wondering if there is any reason whay I shouldn't fit it to hardtail that I am building up?

Can anyone think of any reasons, I think the ratios are non too bad, so hopefully clearance should be okay. Wathinking more on strength and reliability grounds.


 
Posted : 28/02/2011 11:09 pm
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I thought road cranks had a lower Q factor so you may struggle with chainstay clearance.


 
Posted : 28/02/2011 11:11 pm
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Good point, easy to check out, will take a look.

Thanks


 
Posted : 28/02/2011 11:15 pm
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yes clearance and front mech compatability.

Sometimes it works fine tho, try it.


 
Posted : 28/02/2011 11:16 pm