Do I need a special chain for narrow wide chainring?

Narrow-wide chainrings have alternating narrow and wide teeth that fit into the inner and outer links respectively. This makes the chain more secure on the chainring and less likely to fall off. A narrow-wide ring is only necessary if you have a single chainring at the front and a rear derailleur.

What is a narrow wide chainring?

What Is A Narrow Wide Chainring? The term “narrow wide” chainring describes the shape and profile of the individual teeth driving the chain. Each tooth alternates thickness, narrow wide narrow wide, all the way around the ring.

How do I know if my narrow wide chainring is worn?

If you replace the chain & cassette, and there is slipping under load, that is a good sign that the chainring needs to be replaced. Sometimes you can get an idea of the wear through a photo, however riding it is the only way to tell for sure.

How many miles do chainrings last?

A steady rider who stays on the big ring, keeps the drivetrain clean and doesn’t let the chain get too long before replacing it, and started with good quality components can get 60,000+ miles out of a chain ring. A rider who does none of these things might be in need of a new chain ring in a year or so.

How thick is a chainring?

Chainrings also come in several nominal widths: 3/16″ (4.76 mm) for old-time bikes (especially skip-tooth or inch-pitch), heavy duty BMX, Worksman, and exercise bikes. 1/8″ (3.18 mm) for track, BMX, cruiser bikes, one-speed, three-speeds, and the rare older 3 or 4 speed derailleur bike.

When did narrow wide chainrings come out?

2012
SRAM released the first narrow-wide ring back in 2012 when it launched its XX1 drivetrain and set the standard for this style of ring.

What is the definition of a narrow wide chainring?

What Is A Narrow Wide Chainring? The term “narrow wide” chainring describes the shape and profile of the individual teeth driving the chain. Each tooth alternates thickness, narrow wide narrow wide, all the way around the ring.

What are SRAM X-sync 2 narrow wide chainrings?

The Sram X-Sync 2 chainrings are Sram’s 2nd generation narrow wide chainrings that were introduced in conjunction with the Sram Eagle 12 speed drivetrain. X-Sync 2 features a much more aggressive tooth profile and overall design. The goal is one thing; ultimate chain retention and long wear life.

Which is the best chainring for your bike?

That being said, finding the perfect size chainring is much easier with so many different 1x offerings available. Wolf Tooth Components is always looking to improve bike components to be lighter, faster, and more reliable.

What kind of chainrings do race face cranks use?

The Cinch narrow wide chainring is a perfect match to the new Race Face Next R cranks! Available in plenty of tooth sizes in either the Race Face Cinch direct mount system, the Sram 3 bolt direct mount system, a 104mm BCD, a 110mm BCD, and a 130mm BCD. Compatible with 9, 10, 11, and 12 speed drivetrains. Machined from 7075 T6 aluminum.