Touring - Would a Shimano Deore Chainset M590 be ok for touring?????

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chazzie mann
02-20-10, 08:15 AM
It costs just 80 euro

http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/Models.aspx?ModelID=40496

plodderslusk
02-20-10, 08:29 AM
Seems you can get it in 26-36-48 configuration which would be great for touring. Probaably a bit heavier than the more expensive cranksets, but if that,s OK with you go for it.
robow
02-20-10, 10:07 AM
Does anyone know why this crank is not commonly sold in the U.S. ?

kayakdiver
02-20-10, 03:44 PM
It costs just 80 euro

http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/Models.aspx?ModelID=40496

Should work great. Doesn't look like it includes the Bottom bracket so don't forget to order one as well.

http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/Models.aspx?ModelID=34674
KDC1956
02-20-10, 06:43 PM
I use the Shimano M442 crank set on my Surly LHT touring bicycle it has 22,32,44 and it works great for me. I see no reason it would not work but I would go to your LBS and talk to them first to make sure if it would work with your bicycle.
cyccommute
02-20-10, 06:51 PM
Does anyone know why this crank is not commonly sold in the U.S. ?

Machismo?:rolleyes:
robow
02-20-10, 08:37 PM
Machismo?:rolleyes:

Well of course, that goes without saying, I mean, when do we American men need any chainring smaller than a 52, but I errr, ........well I a a, have this friend and she seems to want a smaller set of rings and so I'm planning on getting her a new crankset. But of course they're not for me, I mean I'm no "girly man" :o
chazzie mann
02-21-10, 02:58 AM
Ya we IRISH are very feminine alright....

Thats for your advise Men.