Originally Posted by
jvande7
PS- this is what my chainring looked like before replacing. Not as pointy at the tips but plenty of that mushed/bent metal on each tooth. Not saying it's because I'm so awesome or strong,
I think it was a low quality part. And even though I know I should never EVER under ANY circumstances upgrade ANYTHING on my bike... I went ahead and did so.

There are so many things wrong with this post.... and geeee that chainring looks fairly new overall (minus the mashed teeth) to be retired this early...