Konaman Posted November 28, 2011 Share I require info about a 1x10 mtb chainring setup please. What size front chainring is most appropriate for cross-country? 36T? rear cassette - 11-36T? What type of chainguide is the best to prevent the chain from coming off in the front? Do you require a short cage rear derailleur? I heard that the rear derailleurs are prone to break easily, because of the chain tension on a 1x10 system. Is it true? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thug Posted November 28, 2011 Share Front chainring size all depends on your own leg strength and the type of terrain you ride in. If you live in Lesotho or Swaziland, I wouldn't recommend a 36. An 11-36 cassette is what most 1x9 or 1x10ers use. Have a look at Paul's Chainkeeper, simple to fit and light. I use it and am quite happy. http://www.paulcomp.com/chainkeeper.html If you are not going to ever use 2 chainrings up front, then yes, you can use a short cage derailleur, however, I would recommend a medium length cage. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whistler Posted November 28, 2011 Share Also busy getting things ready, but for a 1x9 setup. Got a medium cage rear der, 32T up front and an 11-34 cassette. Going to try this at first and see how it goes. (The single speed setup is killing me at the moment ) Don't know if you need a chain guide, guess I'll find out soon enough... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Drongo Posted November 28, 2011 Share Also busy getting things ready, but for a 1x9 setup. Got a medium cage rear der, 32T up front and an 11-34 cassette. Going to try this at first and see how it goes. (The single speed setup is killing me at the moment ) Don't know if you need a chain guide, guess I'll find out soon enough... 32T too small chap. Even for Die Kaap. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pronutro Posted November 28, 2011 Share ... you can use a short cage derailleur, however, I would recommend a medium length cage. Why would you recommend it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Drongo Posted November 28, 2011 Share Why would you recommend it? 'cause it will work better than a short cage. Edited January 15, 2012 by The Drongo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pieterg Posted November 28, 2011 Share Very strong leg needed Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pronutro Posted November 28, 2011 Share 'cause it will work better than a med. cage. Now you tell me. I already got my built with a short cage - picked it up earlier today. Oh well, will have to make do with it. DeanvZ 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whistler Posted November 28, 2011 Share 32T too small chap. Even for Die Kaap. Gonna try it anyway. Can always change it later. It's more of an experiment for now. All parts not used are spares for my other bike anyway. OR, I must just htfu and stay single speed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johannrissik Posted November 28, 2011 Share Niner SIR.1 x 9 (32 x 11-32).No chain keeper.Works a treat. Edited November 28, 2011 by johannrissik Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
manbearpig Posted November 28, 2011 Share I never seem to find a comfortable cadence, can anyone suggest a good 4X11 set up? Jan Wyn 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johannrissik Posted November 28, 2011 Share Get fit, get strong, get singlespeed. Then you'll be King of the Cadence. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MoreTrails Posted November 28, 2011 Share 32T too small chap. Even for Die Kaap. Not so Drongo, if you go anywhere in Die Kaap it is up first. 32x 11x32 or 11x34 is just fine round these parts.Biggest I would go around these parts is a 34T up front, maybe I'm a woes... As for chain device, if you got the tom then check out C-Sixx chain guides. They are also bringing out an XC seat tube mounted guy next year...slick!Otherwise MRP 1x guide or E-Thirteen XCX for guide only and no roller. I think Rock Star components do a cheap one also. 1x10, I would look at 34T 11x36t Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Drongo Posted November 28, 2011 Share Now you tell me. I already got my built with a short cage - picked it up earlier today. Oh well, will have to make do with it. Confused much? Ride your damn bike man ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thug Posted November 28, 2011 Share Why would you recommend it? A short cage derailleur is only for a 1 blade setup but if you want to go for a 2 blade setup in front, a medium cage derailleur would work. Edited November 28, 2011 by Thug Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pronutro Posted November 28, 2011 Share Confused much? Ride your damn bike man ! Oh, I am going to Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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