Originally Posted by
qcpmsame
I believe that SRAM is offering up to a 52T chain ring for their CX model X1 crank-sets so the roadies can use them, but you will lose some of that bottom end that folks are looking for with those groups, in most cases. RBA did a build of a road bike using an X1 Force group, they said that the limited chain rings then (50T) turned them off to the concept of a single ring road bike, now with the 52 you may well be happy. Best of luck with your research.
Bill
50 or 52 is for a true road bike and should be on flat terrain. I'm looking for a bike that can do some road climbing and some trails. The Cannondale Super X comes with a 40T chainring and a 11-28 cassette. I think if I put a 11-32 i'd be OK with the hills. Only problem is the bike comes with a "short" cage and i'd need a medium to fit a 11-32 or a 11-36. I price a new RD and cassette and I can get both for $150. I'll see if i can workout a credit on the unused parts and if not... i'll try them and see if they workout. Between myself and my son, we can always use a spare 11-28 cassette.
I'm enjoying the research, i've learned a lot. But expect riding it will be more fun.
In the meantime, i'll just have to suffer and ride my Emonda.
