Sugino XP Underated Crankset
02-26-20, 08:20 PM
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Those look amazing! Congratulations!
I did up a set of M730 XT cranks- and they shone like that!
As far as my favorite triple cranks- I think it's a toss up between the Shimano 6206 or the Sugino AT. Unlike T-Mar, I love that sleek look!
I did up a set of M730 XT cranks- and they shone like that!
As far as my favorite triple cranks- I think it's a toss up between the Shimano 6206 or the Sugino AT. Unlike T-Mar, I love that sleek look!
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02-27-20, 08:51 AM
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02-27-20, 11:20 AM
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I was really shocked at how well the M730s shined up- they weren’t in the best of shape- but they ended up pretty glorious.
What are your feelings about the way the arm attaches? I like the “stack” of the older cranks more than the 1990-ish bulbous “dome” of the Sugino/SR/Suntour ones. The design is nice- I always lusted after the XC Pro cranks- it wasn’t until comparing these cranks that I noted the similarity to the rounded designs that started around 1990- like the windows on the Ford Taurus!
What are your feelings about the way the arm attaches? I like the “stack” of the older cranks more than the 1990-ish bulbous “dome” of the Sugino/SR/Suntour ones. The design is nice- I always lusted after the XC Pro cranks- it wasn’t until comparing these cranks that I noted the similarity to the rounded designs that started around 1990- like the windows on the Ford Taurus!
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02-27-20, 12:23 PM
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My understanding is that the domed shape moves the attachment points inward, allowing the BB to be shorter. That saves weight, reduces scuffing, and perhaps makes everything a bit stiffer. Aesthetically, though, I do prefer the older style...
03-08-20, 04:10 PM
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Thought I'd post an update with them installed on the Kona Kilauea. Really a great crankset.
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