Originally Posted by
DocPrototype
Light riding ofc some casual trails nothing hardcore. I have a sram x7 and 1by9 setup. will check the tooth range. I was looking to upgrade to a SLX M7000 or a NX both 1by11. Prices were 113sram and 125 euro slx.
going to 1x11 will gain you about 10 teeth but the jumps between cogs with be greater. Doesn't matter as much for mtb IMO, but it bothers those who have certain cadences. The newer derailleurs will have clutch so, adding a NW chain ring should be sufficient to resolve any issues with chain drops, therefore no need for a chain guide. Which chainring to you have and how many teeth?