XTR or Race Face Deus XC cranks - Which is better?
05-30-07, 04:33 PM
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XTR or Race Face Deus XC cranks - Which is better?
Specific question....I'm looking to upgrade my crankset as my Race Face Ride XC is wearing out as is my Isis BB. I'm looking to spend a few extra $$ to get a top of the line set so I'm wondering about the opinions of those in here at the two I'm looking at, the XTR set and the Race Face Deus.
Any experience with either one or both? I ride aggressive XC and yes, a bit of weight weenie (I admit it). Opinions please.
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Any experience with either one or both? I ride aggressive XC and yes, a bit of weight weenie (I admit it). Opinions please.
Thanks!
05-30-07, 05:08 PM
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I've got the Dues on an 05 Giant XTC, No problems with it. The bike is used in light XC riding, no drops, hucks, or jumps.
05-30-07, 06:37 PM
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I managed to get the XTR 960 cranks off of ebay for a really good price. They were take-offs but had no chain rings. I then bought some Blackspire chainrings to go along with it.
I really, really am happy with this set-up. I like how light and strong they are. No flexy noddle feel to these cranks.
I think if you shop around you can find some new XTR-960 (the last generation) at a good price. However, you'd be okay to get XT or even LX.
I really, really am happy with this set-up. I like how light and strong they are. No flexy noddle feel to these cranks.
I think if you shop around you can find some new XTR-960 (the last generation) at a good price. However, you'd be okay to get XT or even LX.
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Although I hate to say it, I think the nod goes to the Shimano (although I'd go XT). The Race Face is a little futzy to set up. It's a nice crank (I have one) but the Shimano system seems more intuitive.
Damn you, Shimano!
Damn you, Shimano!
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I've never had RF's, but I've had LX, Hone, and Saint outboard bearing cranksets and I have loved them all. I've heard that the Deus is pretty awesome, yet "stay away from Evolve's".
I only say XTR is silly b/c of the price. If you get them for a great price then YeeeHaw for you, I'm jealous. I do prefer the Hone's for my style b/c they have steel pedal inserts like the Saint and I believe a SS spindle instead of Cromo.
I only say XTR is silly b/c of the price. If you get them for a great price then YeeeHaw for you, I'm jealous. I do prefer the Hone's for my style b/c they have steel pedal inserts like the Saint and I believe a SS spindle instead of Cromo.
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I've seen XTR 960 cranks with bottom bracket going for about $250-300.
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Originally Posted by FreeRidin'
If you have the money get the XTR.
Originally Posted by cyccommute
Although I hate to say it, I think the nod goes to the Shimano (although I'd go XT). The Race Face is a little futzy to set up. It's a nice crank (I have one) but the Shimano system seems more intuitive.
Damn you, Shimano!
Damn you, Shimano!
05-31-07, 09:33 AM
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Originally Posted by cyccommute
The Race Face is a little futzy to set up.
05-31-07, 09:54 AM
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Originally Posted by cyccommute
The Race Face is a little futzy to set up. It's a nice crank (I have one) but the Shimano system seems more intuitive.
05-31-07, 12:09 PM
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Originally Posted by RIC0
I have a Race Face Atlas crank and had no problems installing it or setting up. what problems did you have??
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Originally Posted by cyccommute
If you read the reviews over on MTBR, set up is the biggest issue people have with them.
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RaceFace Atlas here. I was able to take off my old lx and put on the rf without a problem. Granted I did have to buy a couple bottom bracket tools. Also, bear in mind, i have no mechanical skills what so ever.
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Originally Posted by RIC0
I think some of the people on that site would write a review on how bad a tube is because they can't figure out how to put air in it....
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Originally Posted by RIC0
I think some of the people on that site would write a review on how bad a tube is because they can't figure out how to put air in it....
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Originally Posted by cyccommute
I will grant you that but still the Race Face isn't as easy to install as the Shimano. And I really, really, really hate to praise the giant S. Damn you Shimano!
To both points.
06-01-07, 12:00 PM
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Race Face installation is a PITA, especially when repeated removals/reinstallations are necessary, as when trying to set up a chainguide.
I learned that an impact wrench and an 8mm hex attachment make things much easier.
I learned that an impact wrench and an 8mm hex attachment make things much easier.
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XTR FTW! If you got the cash. The 960's can be had online for a killer price right now.
However, I'm digging the XT cranks on my stumpy...
However, I'm digging the XT cranks on my stumpy...
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I had a harder time installing my road tires on rims than installing my raceface crank. You guys drunk while your working??? I usually am so maybe you should try it if your not, might make things easier..
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Originally Posted by RIC0
I think some of the people on that site would write a review on how bad a tube is because they can't figure out how to put air in it....