Some New Parts
26.08.2010
Since the destruction of my MRP chain guide for my 1×10 drivetrain I’ve been researching what my options are out there for a better product. The MRP guide worked well for a while but I was never completely satisfied with the “look and feel” of the product. The plastic guide was bulky from out of the box. Enough so that I need to grind off some of the material to achieve clearance with my crankarm. It worked fairly well (only dropped a chain a few times over several months of regular riding) but I wasn’t completely satisfied.
Well I’m happy to say I may have found a perfect solution to my chainguide woes in the form of a sweet new guide from Paul Components. Paul has made great machined aluminum products for years. Their products are known for high quality manufacturing, clean lines, functionality and great looks. Their new chainguide is tight, compact and and very adjustable. It can be adjusted on three planes: height above chain line, inboard/outboard over the chain, and the angle of the guide in relation to the chain. This makes it possible (with a little patience) to set it up without any rubbing in any gear. I’m looking forward to putting it through it’s paces on the trail.
Another piece of equipment just installed are some light weight steel brake rotors from New Ultimate. At 79 grams each they are about 2o grams heavier than some of the alloy rotors out there and 40 grams lighter than standard steel rotors, but should produce better stopping power and less noise (hopefully) than the alloy versions. Well worth the extra ounce and a half for less noise and more power.
