Should I put a bash guard on my bike?

Another major benefit to running a chain guide is having the option of mounting a bash guard. If you were to come up short on a jump, or land directly on top of a tall rock, the bash guard is there to protect your drivetrain and keep your bike rolling.

Do you need a chain ring guard?

A chain guide should not be required unless you take the bike off-road. A guard-ring is optional, but may help prevent clothing or shoelaces from being caught by the chain and chainring.

What size bash guard do I need?

You can use any size bash you want, it should at least be the same size as the largest ring you plan on using. You can use a 36 tooth bash on a 32 tooth chainring if you want. Keeping them the same gives a cleaner look, and it’s really not necessary to go larger than the ring your running.

What is ISCG 05?

ISCG-05 is a mounting STANDARD that was agreed upon by no less than five MTB companies at Interbike in 2004. It is stronger (by design, to withstand DH use), and much better defined to eliminate any mounting issues with ISCG-OLD.

What is E type chain guide?

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How does a chainset mounted bash guard work?

The chainset-mounted bash guard has its majority attached to the crankset spider with the use of a four-bolt attachment. They are built to be bigger than the most massive chainring that is being used. It has its overlapping edge protecting the teeth on the other chainring from damage brought by hitting logs or rocks.

Can a bash ring be used as a chainring?

Looking at riders, the majority of them who are interested in using a bash ring is majorly running a single or double ring setup. They will have the bash ring fitted in place of the most massive chainring. In the case of riders who are interested in maintaining the big rings, there are various rings available.

What do bash guards do on a bike?

Bash guards are used on gravity and trail bikes to prevent rocks, logs and other trail or racetrack obstacles from damaging chainrings. They usually consist of circular discs attached to the chainset in place of the large chainring, and are built of tough aluminium or polycarbonate that can absorb impacts.

Which is the best chainring guard for mountain bikes?

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