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22/34 = 0.64 vs 32/50 = 0.64
42/11= 3.8181 vs 32/10 = 3.2
So you will only lose out on top end speed if you're capable of turning the 42-11
the 1x12 will give you a more usable spread of gears
Thank you
You can calculate the change in the gearing quite easily - https://www.sheldonbrown.com/gear-calc.html will do it for you.
You probably won't really notice a 5% change in gearing so unless you are getting more this is potentially an expensive way to go nowhere.
That said - 1x12 is nice to ride, but the inter gear spacing is bigger than 3x9 as a general rule - and that you might notice initially - I certainly felt the difference when I moved to 1x12 - but it quickly accommodated and I won't go back on my xc bike - but I am certainly not going to bother changing from 1 x 11 on my other bikes.
Thanks a million
If you have 3x 9 then your front chainring is likely 42/32/22 and cassette is a 11-32 or 11-34
going to a 1x12 set up will throw a whole lot of admin out of the window - I rode 3x8 and 3x9 for a very short time in the last century. In the 21st cnetury I've been 2x9, 2x10, 1x11, 1x12.
If you're not a racer then the NX will serve you well. Its a one stop shop to get your bike a little more up to date.
PS : i checked the Titan Racing catalogue and could not find an "expert". They have an Elite.
the 2015 model year as an Alloy 29er called "Expert". this bike is fitted with Shimano Altus components.
the fork is a Suntour SR SF14 XCR 100mm. Is it the unit with the lock out and air spring?
I can try send you a photo. Has airshock lockout
And if you do fit the NX, take the five minutes odd to do the following: Remove the bolts holding the derailer/jockey wheels in, put a dab of locktite on the thread of the bolt, and screw it back in, making sure it is in nice and tight. Then there is no chance of the "exploding derailer wheel" as some claims.
edit: This is best practise on ANY derailer wheel.
Thank you so much
2014 expertYes its worth it to upgrade the parts on your bike to SRAM NX. Its not a break the bank upgrade and likely better than what you currently have on the bike.
However which model do you have Exactly?
Rather put your money towards, some better secondhand wheels and a proper cycling workout program.
Edit: and better rolling Tyres depending on what you will be riding, I would recommend Maxis Crossmark, tubeless and they are good allrounders.
Awesome thanks
.It's kinda a double edge sword to go from let's say a 2x10 over to a 1x12 or even a 1x11. With a 1x12 you get a 10/50T cassette at the back which does help with the climbing as you can just "spin" the steep stuff, but if you're not an extremely strong climber then this will end up making you slower, you'll spin more with a higher cadence than what you normally would on the 2x.
Unfortunately if you want to become a better climber you'll have to train more hill repeats / hill training to become stronger.
If you want to do the upgrade then also look at the 1x11 as they're cheaper than the 1x12 and you get a 11/50T at the back.
The 1x config is nice if you do a lot of trails and or single track where you need to shift often. If you mainly ride on district roads / dirt roads then you'll soon realize that on the 1x you run out of gears when going fast
Thank you I hear you
I have 3x9What gears are currently on your bike ?
3 x 9, x x 10, 2 x 10 ?
i.e. how many teeth on front rings and what cassette is on the back ?
A 1 x 12 probably wont give a bigger range of gears than a 3 x 10 setup, but might save you a bit of weight and a whole lot of admin with only one shifter.
I hear youIt's kinda a double edge sword to go from let's say a 2x10 over to a 1x12 or even a 1x11. With a 1x12 you get a 10/50T cassette at the back which does help with the climbing as you can just "spin" the steep stuff, but if you're not an extremely strong climber then this will end up making you slower, you'll spin more with a higher cadence than what you normally would on the 2x.
Unfortunately if you want to become a better climber you'll have to train more hill repeats / hill training to become stronger.
If you want to do the upgrade then also look at the 1x11 as they're cheaper than the 1x12 and you get a 11/50T at the back.
The 1x config is nice if you do a lot of trails and or single track where you need to shift often. If you mainly ride on district roads / dirt roads then you'll soon realize that on the 1x you run out of gears when going fast
I think my question should be is it worth it to upgrade?
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You have now stuck your head in a hornets nest by asking that question
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I'm going to answer your question by merely stating facts and then follow it with my opinion:
SRAM NX
Shimano - Even SLX or Deore
- The shifter has a plastic feel to it
- I have seen and heard of multiple people breaking the rear mech
- The shifter only shifts in one direction - this is not a big issue but still something worth mentioning.
- I have also heard about some people having issues with gears slipping. Only to find out that the hanger on the rear mech as bent slightly
- The shifters has a better feel to them
- You can shift in both directions
- Easy to adjust the gears if they go out of wack
My opinion (first let me give you some back ground on what I have used before in the past)
SRAM
SRAM XO
SRAM X7
SRAM X9
SHIMANO
Alivio
SLX
XT
XTR
I prefer Shimano above SRAM and I will not get SRAM again - this is my opinion and what I have found that works for me
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PS: There is no way in hell that XTR is the same quality as an entry level SRAM.
Okay so you would say rather pay more for the higher end kits??
I am looking for a better spread. I hear people say the upgrade will help me with the hillsAny change to SRAM is a good idea, Trust me I am on Shimano XTR and the entry level SARM is way better, Not so mucj for the grave grinders in good weather, but when the going gets tuff the tuff rely ob SRAM.
Then again what is the reason for changing? More info is needed. Change for change sake is a waste, are you looking for more gears, better spread etc.?
Morning all
Thank you for all the advice already rendered on this site.
I have a Titan 2014 Expert. So I was thinking about putting on the Eagles NX upgrade kit. Is it a good idea?
I appreciate all the advice
Don't, that group is designed to get people into it and get comfortable. We've all been waited for at some stage, if you keep at it you'll be surprised at how quickly you become the wait-er and not the wait-ee. As far as MTB in the week they've started some rides in the week too, but that'll probably at 20kph+ average speed.
Thank you so much. Yes I saw the rides posted.
The only thing you have to feel terrible about, is the fact there are many more lying on their couches doing nothing, but that is their problem. You do not have to feel a thing, great stuff for doing the right thing, just enjoy the ride!!
Thank you so much for the motivation
Bicycle Line in Benoni also has a MTB group that now rides most Saturdays at 05:30. 16/17kph average around 40km distance generally, very relaxed so if you need to take it easy everyone waits on top of the hill with no fuss.
I am riding with them nice bunch. Just want something for in the week as well. And I feel terrible that they always waiting for me
Procycles have a few group rides during the week and on weekends. You can contact them at the store
Great thank you
Good morning all
Looking for a beginners MTB group in the east Rand.
Any ideas on where to find one?
Great I did make a bookingHave used Richard Baxter twice before and have not had any issue at all. Also tried Cycle Lab laser thing on one bike last year and was somewhat underwhelmed. Their process is static and you cannot pedal at all during the session. So i left there not knowing for sure how the bike feels while actually pedalling. Found that out on my first ride after the setup.
For my latest bike fit, I used Richard Lee of Customized Cycling. He is in Fourways, about 1-2km from Cycle Lab and did a base fit using my current bike as a template to start with, adjusting for the difference in geometry. Pedalled at a changing resistance / cadence to measure pedalling efficiency for about 15mins, measured angles, adjusted etc.
Walked out of there knowing that the fit works for me and rode a nice long distance 100km+ a few days later, feeling like the new bike was very familiar and comfortable!
I would highly recommend either Richard!
https://www.competitivecyclist.com/Store/catalog/fitCalculatorBike.jsp - this one is quite accurate if you want to take some measurements at home before going for a set-up.
Marcel at LCC in Pretoria (Used to have his own place but now works from Lynnwood Cyclery) is also very good.
Thank you
As you are on the Eastrand, and Richard Baxter is in Kempton on a Mondy, please go and see him.
Nothing against CycleLab as a business, but who exactly will be doing the set up? How experienced is the store employee ? How good is he/she?
Richard is not a bike shop employee, he does not sell bike parts or socks when he is not busy. ALL he does (and has done for the best part of a decade) is set up people.
If you can get to Boksburg, you can get to Kempton and you will understand why Epic podium contenders make it from Cape Town to do so.
You know that you will be getting the best professional fitting and you won't need to cross your fingers.
Thank you very much
agreed.
At no point did Richard try and sell me anything, as a matter of fact he tried to make what I had work before suggesting I shop around for a shorter stem.
Thank you will talk to him then
I am going to try the laser technology they use at cyclelab. Fingers crossed
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