I had my New Talus 29 Sport up on the stand today for a cleaning and brake adjustments
I got to looking at the Largest chainring, that I have only used maybe 5 times, and it seems to be a total pc of junk.
Every tooth on it appears different, Some are sharp, some are flat, in a very random order.
The Raleigh website says its a Shimano Alivo MC430 Octalink 22/32/44t ,
I suppose I could call my dealer and ask, but I am sure there gonna say its fine.
So my question to you guys is What I need to get to replace it? I imagine all 3 rings are the same quality
I'd prefer to do the work myself, But I am just not sure what to get or where? Surely I can use my cranks
and BB. I am on a budget, My riding is casual, Park trails, some off road trails
appreciate any advice

Thanks

Dave

Its much more likely that the different tooth profiles are by design (to aid shifting) rather than a result of poor manufacturing by Shimano.

very interesting, I was looking at chain rings on Jensons site, Shimano's and in the enlarged view they too looked irregular
I guess its suppose to be that way. Looks odd, looks worn out

thanks

Dave

Bingo.

+2 shaped teeth are on purpose.

If you never use the large chainring, you could replace it with a bashguard. Nice for keeping the other chainrings from getting messed up when clearing big logs and other obstacles.