rosceaux
Well-Known Member
So, I posted in another SS thread that I recently purchased a 2014 El Mariachi. I have it set up 32 - 18 and I am loving it. It is totally humbling on some of the bigger, rockier climbs, but I can do my regular loop at Baldpate with the exception of 50 steep, rocky yards going up the western red climb. I don't think that's a bike or gearing issue, I think its a HTFU issue, which I relish.
Questions are really related to the drivetrain. For starters, what are the advantages/disadvantages to a circular vs. oval chainring? I mean, I know what I've read, but in terms of riding experience are people generally using oval? Im currently set up with the stock 32. It is circular and non- narrow-wide. I have had no issues yet with throwing chains. To really newbie it up, it is running a "single speed" chain, though I don't know if that means anything as far as replacement chain and/or what chainrings/ cogs I could consider.
I'm happy just riding this thing around as is, but I want to make sure that I am maintaining and running it properly.
Thanks,
Questions are really related to the drivetrain. For starters, what are the advantages/disadvantages to a circular vs. oval chainring? I mean, I know what I've read, but in terms of riding experience are people generally using oval? Im currently set up with the stock 32. It is circular and non- narrow-wide. I have had no issues yet with throwing chains. To really newbie it up, it is running a "single speed" chain, though I don't know if that means anything as far as replacement chain and/or what chainrings/ cogs I could consider.
I'm happy just riding this thing around as is, but I want to make sure that I am maintaining and running it properly.
Thanks,