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So I've got a new cross-check to build up, and I'd like to use an XTR crankset that I have for the front. The middle ring is shot, and I'd prefer to swap it for a spiderless single, but I'm a little worried that I'll be dropping the chain frequently with a 9spd rear setup. From what I've read, most people are recommending a single guard with a third hand inside, or a double guard setup.
Anybody running a 1x9 without guards with good results? This bike will be used primarily around town, but off road jaunts aren't out of the question either. I'd hate to scar up the frame by dropping the chain, plus I don't want to deal with it.
If it matters, I'm planning on using a campy chorus 9spd rear cassette (11-25 or so) with a 34t spiderless ring.
Is there a spiderless ring/guarded combo available? Are there guards that bolt to the spiderless rings?
Thanks for the input.
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Anybody running a 1x9 without guards with good results? This bike will be used primarily around town, but off road jaunts aren't out of the question either. I'd hate to scar up the frame by dropping the chain, plus I don't want to deal with it.
If it matters, I'm planning on using a campy chorus 9spd rear cassette (11-25 or so) with a 34t spiderless ring.
Is there a spiderless ring/guarded combo available? Are there guards that bolt to the spiderless rings?
Thanks for the input.
Plum