MRP vs E Thirteen vs Hope vs CSixx vs??

[DR ◣◢]

Since Im running 1x9 on the Mbuzi I want to fit a chainguide down the line.

 

At the moment on the Fuji I just kept the front derailleur but it isn't ideal and I don't think I have one that fits the frame at the moment.

 

Any suggestions?

 

I quite like the CSIXX 110g.

[Guest Omega Man]

I run the CSIXX 110g on my dh bike. Very nicely made piece of kit. Throw a bit of fluffy velcro in the top guide before you put it on for less clatter.

[DR ◣◢]

Just very expensive at R1560.

 

Can get it in green though which is nice.

[patches]

I have run e*thirteen, MRP, csixx and Blackspire.

 

Here's my take...

 

MRP and e*thirteen... in essence they're pretty much the same if you go for the MRP G2 and the E*thirteen LG1+

 

I prefer this sort of guide (the type that don't use a bash ring but in stead have a taco underneath)

 

http://farm5.staticflickr.com/4014/4322015891_92e21206c6_z.jpg

 

E*thirteen LG1+

 

http://digitalhippie.net/wp-content/uploads/2011/01/mrp_g2_chain_guide_00.jpg

 

MRP G2

 

You'll also notice that Truvativ/SRAM have X0 guides and whatnot. These are MRP's rebranded and refined.

 

http://www.singletracks.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/V10C1k-549x400.jpg

 

The other types use a roller(s), guide(s) and a bash ring. Like the Straitline Silent Guide (said to be one of the best chainguides on the market, although not the prettiest)

 

http://lp1.pinkbike.org/p4pb6549964/p4pb6549964.jpg

 

and the Gamut P30 (what Mr Minn uses)

 

http://media.chopmtb.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/Gamut-ProductPage-GM-SigFull-Bbase-Wtxt__93519_zoom.jpg

 

As for the CSIXX... they are works of art. The only concern I have with the 110g is the lack of a taco. So misjudge the clearance over some rocks ect and your chainring and chain are going to suffer.

 

CSIXX does have 2 other options that will protect your chainring and chain. The 150g

 

http://i722.photobucket.com/albums/ww221/the-se7en/csixx_150gm_1.jpg

 

...and what I run..

 

the 175g

 

http://www.dirtybike.com/en/sites/default/files/imagecache/product_full_1000x1000/300182_255190031198574_1852957112_n.jpeg

 

(look, my Makulu was used for the CSIXX advert )

 

http://www.dirtybike.com/en/sites/default/files/imagecache/product_full_1000x1000/383739_276373739080203_130933846957527_882097_1515739485_n_0.jpeg

 

So yeah... choices choices... but I can vouch for the

• CSIXX 175g
  
• MRP G2
  
• e*thirteen LG1+
  
• e*thirteen MTX
  

As far as what to avoid. Race Face (forgot the model) and Truvativ Box Guide.

Edited December 11, 2012 by patches

[DR ◣◢]

Thank you kind sir.

 

The 175G will be overkill for AM applications I think.

 

That MRP sure looks nice.

 

Was also looking at the E Thirteen SRS+

 

http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/Images/Models/Full/93312.jpg

[Dirtbreath]

Found this a while back. Widgit.com.au How would it compare?

[patches]

Thank you kind sir.

 

The 175G will be overkill for AM applications I think.

 

That MRP sure looks nice.

 

Was also looking at the E Thirteen SRS+

 

http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/Images/Models/Full/93312.jpg

 

Eish, that SRS is quite pricey. I'd rather get an LG1+ (a little cheaper, and way more popular).

 

then throw on a G-ring in green

 

http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/Images/Models/Original/87845.jpg

 

Steve Peat uses the LG1+. In fact there's a signature model, but only 350 were made

[ThePubSA]

I have run e*thirteen, MRP, csixx and Blackspire.

 

Here's my take...

 

MRP and e*thirteen... in essence they're pretty much the same if you go for the MRP G2 and the E*thirteen LG1+

 

I prefer this sort of guide (the type that don't use a bash ring but in stead have a taco underneath)

 

http://farm5.staticflickr.com/4014/4322015891_92e21206c6_z.jpg

 

E*thirteen LG1+

 

http://digitalhippie.net/wp-content/uploads/2011/01/mrp_g2_chain_guide_00.jpg

 

MRP G2

 

You'll also notice that Truvativ/SRAM have X0 guides and whatnot. These are MRP's rebranded and refined.

 

http://www.singletracks.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/V10C1k-549x400.jpg

 

The other types use a roller(s), guide(s) and a bash ring. Like the Straitline Silent Guide (said to be one of the best chainguides on the market, although not the prettiest)

 

http://lp1.pinkbike.org/p4pb6549964/p4pb6549964.jpg

 

and the Gamut P30 (what Mr Minn uses)

 

http://media.chopmtb.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/08/Gamut-ProductPage-GM-SigFull-Bbase-Wtxt__93519_zoom.jpg

 

As for the CSIXX... they are works of art. The only concern I have with the 110g is the lack of a taco. So misjudge the clearance over some rocks ect and your chainring and chain are going to suffer.

 

CSIXX does have 2 other options that will protect your chainring and chain. The 150g

 

http://i722.photobucket.com/albums/ww221/the-se7en/csixx_150gm_1.jpg

 

...and what I run..

 

the 175g

 

http://www.dirtybike.com/en/sites/default/files/imagecache/product_full_1000x1000/300182_255190031198574_1852957112_n.jpeg

 

(look, my Makulu was used for the CSIXX advert )

 

http://www.dirtybike.com/en/sites/default/files/imagecache/product_full_1000x1000/383739_276373739080203_130933846957527_882097_1515739485_n_0.jpeg

 

So yeah... choices choices... but I can vouch for the

• CSIXX 175g
  
• MRP G2
  
• e*thirteen LG1+
  
• e*thirteen MTX
  

As far as what to avoid. Race Face (forgot the model) and Truvativ Box Guide.

Pro run down that sir patches,me & my soon to be chosen guide thank you.

1st 2 look the buziness and simple

Edited December 11, 2012 by 2Nutz

[Super_mil]

The Funn guide is a good budget option...

 

I have no idea how they perform though.

http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/Images/Models/Full/80893.jpg

 

I also like the DMR Viral

Also comes in green.

http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/Images/Models/Full/85038.jpg