Originally Posted by
deepakvrao
Done a search, but as usual opinion seems divided, and I know zero about bottom brackets.
Getting a new frame with BB30. They also give an adapter for the reg BB. So, should I get the Force GXP or the BB30 crank?
Is the actual crank different for BB30 bottom brackets? I don't see that as an option when you order a groupset, or am I missing something?
Edit: the more I read, the more I dread the creak that BB30 can supposedly develop. So if I get the adapter and a GXP crank, can I totally avoid the disadvantages of the BB30? I read somewhere that even with the adapter you need the BB30 bearings? That didn't sound right at all.
OP,
This is pure philosophy call. A good question and you will get a divided response from knowledgable bike builders.
I will tell you if you use a Praxis conversion BB and a external bearing crank like Ultegra or DA, your BB will be utterly reliable.
BB30 is good...but only if the set up properly. This escapes some but not all bike mechanics. BB30 is just more sensitive to set up but many love BB30.