New compact crank cheaper than new chainrings?
03-17-07, 06:38 PM
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New compact crank cheaper than new chainrings?
I currently have a road double that has a BCD of 130mm, and 53 and 39 tooth rings. Would it be possible (and cost effective) to buy say, a 48 tooth chainring, and change the large ring out depending on what my needs are?
03-17-07, 07:55 PM
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So, like, Salsa chainrings would fit the bill? https://www.salsacycles.com/chainrings.html
03-17-07, 08:01 PM
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48/39 is more of a cyclocross crank. Meets my needs. (46/38 on my hybrid.)
03-17-07, 08:07 PM
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Originally Posted by JanMM
48/39 is more of a cyclocross crank. Meets my needs. (46/38 on my hybrid.)
03-17-07, 09:26 PM
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Originally Posted by cs1
I guess that depends on what your needs are.
The smallest ring that will fit is a 38t.
Al
03-19-07, 02:47 AM
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Originally Posted by JanMM
Shouldn't need to remove the crank to change rings.
Tim
