Originally Posted by
Weldman
I run 3/32 and skid and abuse my drivetrain in various ways. No problems. Why go fatter and heavier
if you don't need to?

To save money on chainrings (and, apparently, chains): my 1/8" chainring is about to outlast
4 3/32" chainrings! I am happy, and pissed at the same time. Happy with my 1/8" drivetrain, and pissed with the 3/32" chainrings.