Chain Guides

[Tree Hubber]

I'm looking for a suitable guide for a 2x10 Duel Suspension Pyga. I seem to be dropping my chain every other couple of rides. Any feedback on a good guide.

[Off_da_brakes]

Perhaps consider fitting a clutch derailleur instead, assuming you don't have one. I've not dropped a chain on my 1x10 setup (with a clutch derailleur). And another benefit is a quieter drive train from the reduced chain slap.

[patches]

I'm looking for a suitable guide for a 2x10 Dual Suspension Pyga. I seem to be dropping my chain every other couple of rides. Any feedback on a good guide.

Perhaps consider fitting a clutch derailleur instead, assuming you don't have one. I've not dropped a chain on my 1x10 setup (with a clutch derailleur). And another benefit is a quieter drive train from the reduced chain slap.

 

As Off_da_brakes suggested, a 1x10 system with a clutch RD is a great combo. I would add a narrow wide chainring to the mix. And at most, some sort of XC top guide. (but not really necessary)

 

http://cdn.mos.bikeradar.com/images/news/2012/03/22/1332413273583-10pjj59q0h5vh-800-75.jpg

 

But if a clutch RD and narrow wide chainring is good enought for Brandon Semenuk's Redbull Joyride rig, or Cam Zink's mommoth flip YT, then it should be fine for your local trails.

 

http://a2.espncdn.com/photo/2014/0820/as_zinkbike01_overall_2048.jpg

 

(Cam Zink's setup for the 100ft Mamoth backflip)

 

I run a 1x10 setup with a 34T narrow wide on front. A bash guard to protect the chainring (and add a bit more guidance to the chain), then a Shimano Saint 10sp clutch RD at the back running in AM mode to shift along an 11 - 36T chainring. I have been running this for just under a year now, and have yet to drop a chain. The only issue I have had is the chain slipping when it and the cassette got a little worn out.'

 

But if you're heart is sold on the 2x10 setup, then this is what I would recommend. Something small, cheap, and simple like the Blackspire Stinger guide.

 

http://www.blackspire.com/site_assets/www.blackspire.com/images/dynamic/StingersAll.jpg

 

http://yamaryo.blogzine.jp/photos/uncategorized/2009/10/19/20091017538.jpg

 

I ran one of these for a couple of years on a 2x9 and 2x10 setup. It worked great. I think I paid about R250 back then. Due to the exchange rate they're now about R360 on CRC.

 

Or if you want to go for something a little fancier, then look at the Truvativ X-Guide.

 

 

http://freehubmag.com/sites/freehub/files/images/TruVativ_XO_GXP_2X10_120BCD-516.jpg

 

http://spokemagazine.com/files/2011/08/AM_XO_MediaCamp_Whistler_Products-110720-076-632x421.jpg

 

(R1620 on CRC)

[Tree Hubber]

I'm not ready to covert to 1 x10 yet I'm thinking of doing that next year when the legs are a little stronger and the crankset is worn and ready for an upgrade. In the short term and at the lowest expense for now a guide is my first option as a dropper post is penciled in for this month.

 

Does anybody know where you can buy Bionicon C.Guide V.02 or eco in SA. Theres one for sale here on the hub but I'd like to see if spares are available.

[Fred van Vlaanderen]

I run a 1x10 on SRAM GX Eagle and have been wondering whether or not I’d need a chain guide. Recently checked out the Csixx guide and was thinking about buying, but don’t want to do it of not necessary. I haven’t done enough distance on the bike to ascertain whether the chain drops, so thought I’d phone a friend… 
 

Any advice welcome please.

https://csixx.com/collections/chainguides-1

 

[BaGearA]

if you haven't had drops yet continue riding 

 

 

Haven't seen gx groupo's present chain drops in recent memory , when they're setup good they work great 

[Fred van Vlaanderen]

6 minutes ago, BaGearA said:

if you haven't had drops yet continue riding 

 

 

Haven't seen gx groupo's present chain drops in recent memory , when they're setup good they work great 

Thanks!

[patches]

I run a 1x12 GX Eagle (clutch RD and NW chainring) with a top guide only (MRP). This came stock standard on my Trek Remedy

In the 4 years I've had the bike, riding fast bumpy local trails, DH trails in Rotorua and Christchurch, and my attempt at getting back into some dirt jumping (self preservation > remaining shred of former skills), it still hasn't dropped a chain.

(here you can see the discrete little MRP top guide)

My recommendation is that unless you're going full DH and also want the protection of a bash-guard, a top-only chain guide will be fine.

In terms of your options, that depends on a few things...

• Does your bike have ISCG tabs?
• If not, does it have a direct-mount front derailleur bracket?
• If no to both, are your running an external cup threaded bottom bracket (SRAM or Shimano)?

[Fred van Vlaanderen]

6 minutes ago, patches said:

I run a 1x12 GX Eagle (clutch RD and NW chainring) with a top guide only (MRP). This came stock standard on my Trek Remedy

In the 4 years I've had the bike, riding fast bumpy local trails, DH trails in Rotorua and Christchurch, and my attempt at getting back into some dirt jumping (self preservation > remaining shred of former skills), it still hasn't dropped a chain.

(here you can see the discrete little MRP top guide)

My recommendation is that unless you're going full DH and also want the protection of a bash-guard, a top-only chain guide will be fine.

In terms of your options, that depends on a few things...

• Does your bike have ISCG tabs?
• If not, does it have a direct-mount front derailleur bracket?
• If no to both, are your running an external cup threaded bottom bracket (SRAM or Shimano)?

Thanks for the detailed feedback, @patches. The bike (Pyga Hyrax) is ISCG 05 compatible. Also running a NW chainring. 

My plan is to ride cross country with the odd jump and tech section. Definitely not enduro or DH style racing.

[Chadvdw67]

7 hours ago, Fred van Vlaanderen said:

Thanks for the detailed feedback, @patches. The bike (Pyga Hyrax) is ISCG 05 compatible. Also running a NW chainring. 

My plan is to ride cross country with the odd jump and tech section. Definitely not enduro or DH style racing.

You more than likely dont NEED one, but they do add a nice little bit of bling to the bike, on my old Norco I had the chain drop 1 time, so I put on a OneUp chain guide, never had an issue again, it was then transferred to the next bike, it is an added safety net, and I just like the way they look...

[100Tours]

21 hours ago, Fred van Vlaanderen said:

I run a 1x10 on SRAM GX Eagle and have been wondering whether or not I’d need a chain guide. Recently checked out the Csixx guide and was thinking about buying, but don’t want to do it of not necessary. I haven’t done enough distance on the bike to ascertain whether the chain drops, so thought I’d phone a friend… 
 

Any advice welcome please.

https://csixx.com/collections/chainguides-1

 

Personally never needed one until I went for a ride in really muddy conditions. Lots of mud made the chain less flexible, and selection of an inner gear would then throw the chain off hte front ring. I put on a chain guide after than and I've kept it.

But I'd agree with the assessment above. Probably don't need to go there unless you're having issues.