The LG1 is the chainguide system developed to meet the rigorous demands of World Cup downhill racing. The LG1 is an extremely strong, reliable, and adjustable system with the lightest weight of any chainguide that we are aware of on the market today. Only 195 grams!
Comes full assembled! Simple and intuitive set up
Available in both ISCG options to allow compatibility with virtually any frame
Patent pending design provides self-cleaning action in mud and dirt
Tech 2 Stealth Idler is silent during operation and long lasting
Carbon composite slider material for low friction and long life
Submitted by
chernobyl
a Downhiller
from Mililani, HI Date Reviewed: June 19, 2009
Favorite Trail:
Royal Summit
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Purchased At:
Bikewerx
Strengths:
Light weight but ultra strong guide, good build and quality, never loses the chain, pretty much as advertised, more spacers than you'll ever need
Weaknesses:
looks (i personally like it, but some dont like its simple looks), availability (the LG1+ is in high demand right now), there are cheaper things out there
Similar Products Used:
MRP system 1, kore chain reactor w/ e.13supercharger & rholoff upper chain guide
Bike Setup:
08 parker 2.0, titec el norte bars, seat, azonic nitro, dimension 20mm 36h alex supra BH F/, halo exciteD 32h alex supra bh R/, atomlab pedals, LG1+
Bottom Line:
Its an excellent chain guide, its simple, and works as advertised. The guide may not appeal to those that like the more simplified look of abash guard but to each his/her own. As far asset up goes its just a hassle to get the shims set up just right, but after that its smooth riding. One issue id like to address is if you have a wide chain ring, like the one that comes with the azonic nitro be prepared for some rubbing. I had bend the back plate to help center out the top. Other than that its a great product, good value, and overall outstanding.
riders looking for budget build items look at something more like an LS1 or a truvative box guide since those both come in under or around 100. for those looking for an epic guide this is for you and you wont be sorry
p.s. works flawlessly for my am/dh riding style
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Submitted by
t.martin
a Racer
from Telluride, CO Date Reviewed: December 5, 2008
Duration Product Used:
2 Years
Strengths:
Light weight, sheds mud, doesn't fail
Weaknesses:
None when used and installed correctly
Similar Products Used:
MRP system 2
Bike Setup:
Intense M6, E.thirteen everywhere, Fox 40
Bottom Line:
This guide is great! Perfect for everyday riding, 4 cross and light downhill duty. I almost prefer not to run the taco when downhilling. The reason being, the taco is designed to absorb light to medium impacts. Because it is mounted to the guides back plate, when it endures a significant impact, it has may deflect some of that energy to the back plate, possibly leaving you with a bent back plate. If big impacts are in the forecast go with the SRS system.
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Submitted by
edward hong
a Weekend Warrior
from hong kong Date Reviewed: October 2, 2008
Favorite Trail:
tamlac area
Duration Product Used:
1 Year
Price Paid:
$139.00
Purchased At:
ebay
Strengths:
very stiff
Weaknesses:
none
Similar Products Used:
none
Bike Setup:
iron horse sunday expert
Bottom Line:
very nice looking
super light but very strong
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Submitted by
kenbentit
a Downhiller
from Phoenix,AZ USA Date Reviewed: August 27, 2008
Favorite Trail:
South Mtn
Duration Product Used:
6 months
Price Paid:
$140.00
Purchased At:
Rage Cycles
Strengths:
Simple, works like it's supposed to
Weaknesses:
Didn't come with the Taco
Similar Products Used:
MRP guides, Mr Dirt, Blackspire, other E-13 stuff..
Bike Setup:
Yeti DJ, Deity Vendetta Cranks with seafoam green LG-1
Bottom Line:
A very smooth running guide that keeps the chain in place. Kind of a drag to get stuck buying the taco separately.
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Submitted by
Chris
a Downhiller
from Brighton Date Reviewed: March 9, 2008
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$100.00
Purchased At:
chainreactioncycles
Strengths:
light, never lets the chain slip
Weaknesses:
none
Bike Setup:
Trek Session 77
Bottom Line:
amazing product well worth the money
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Submitted by
Joel
a Downhiller
from Reno Date Reviewed: August 5, 2007
Favorite Trail:
Northstar
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Purchased At:
110.00
Strengths:
- light weight! - easy to install - fully assembled on arrival - looks sweet - keeps your chain on your rig
Weaknesses:
- no sprocket protection, but that's not the reason i bought it. so, i will say it has no weaknesses so far
Bike Setup:
SWD Racing 6Gun
Bottom Line:
This is an awesome guide if you are looking to shed some body fat. It keeps your chain where you want it and looks great while doing so.
It comes fully assembled with all the hardware (and more spacers than you can ever use) needed and the installation instructions are nice and easy to understand. It takes some trail / error with getting the right spacers, but once that's done, it's all gravy.
Go check one out! Then go ride.
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Submitted by
JJ C
a Downhiller
from san diego Date Reviewed: May 28, 2007
Favorite Trail:
insanity
Duration Product Used:
3 months
Price Paid:
$120.00
Purchased At:
action cyclery
Strengths:
holds the chain, very light
Weaknesses:
looks kinda funky, expensive
Similar Products Used:
e13 drs and srs
Bike Setup:
06 redline skookum, marzocchi z1, azonic outlaw
Bottom Line:
holds the chain how its supposed to. if your chain ring gets slightly bent this guide is super annoying and the chain rubs the top part and slows you down a ton. but if your cranks are running smooth the guide should work perfect
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