Is a 30t chainring good?

Mountain bike chainrings are available in smaller sizes all the way down to 26t, though I’d recommend most riders try a 30t or 28t first to experience how much easier it is to climb. For gravel bikes, I wouldn’t recommend going any smaller than 38t to maintain top-end speed on downhills.

Is an oval chainring worth it?

Oval chainrings maximize the part of the stroke where power is produced and minimize resistance where it isn’t. As a direct consequence, Oval rings enhance a cyclist’s ability to spin with a smoother power delivery and feel much easier on legs while climbing. Meaning you will go faster and get less tired.

Do you need a longer chain for an oval chainring?

Do I need a different chain for an oval chainring? All chains on the market except “half link” chain work perfectly fine with an Oval chainring. That is all 6, 8 ,9, 10, 11 and 12 speed chains are perfect for it. When riding singlespeed we recommend using 8spd chain for greater durability.

What chainring size should I get?

Choosing the correct chainring The smaller the chainring, the easier the lowest gear for climbing; the bigger the chainring, the faster you can go in the highest gear. You can calculate the gearing ratio by dividing the teeth of the chainring with the teeth of the cog on the cassette.

What size oval chainring should I get if I ride an 30T round?

30T Oval chainring has an ovality of 28/32T and is best for someone who uses currently 29 or 30T round ring. 32T oval ring will suit best someone who uses 31 or 32T chainring currently.

Can I change my chainring size?

Can I Change Chainring Size? Yes yeah can but you cannot just change your current chainring for something that does not work with your current setup. Meaning the new chainring you get for your bike needs to works with your current chainset. Your cranks will have a specific bolt layout or fitment spec.

Are 30T sprockets any good?

A size 30T has a high point of a 32T ring and low point of 28T. Yes they are very good. I tried out an AB on a friends bike and decided to get one. Because a 30/32 or if you can find one BMX sprockets can be found in 31 but you have to run an adapter.

Should I get a new chainring for my rear cassette?

If that is too much, 2t will be 1/2 that difference. If you are currently using all the cogs on your rear cassette, a new chainring isn’t your answer. You need more range with your cassette. If 10-50 or 10-51 isn’t enough, then time to go back to 2x.

Should I change from a 32T to a 36T gear?

Go oval it’s probably the best bet, in a 32. You need to change 4 teeth to really notice a difference, so go 28t (or oval) if you can. I did the opposite and switched from 32t to 36t; essentially gained one higher gear and lost one climb gear.