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Where to Find the Elusive 1 x 9 Commuter Crankset?
I just bought another version of a bike I already own due to the frame geometry. This one is set to be my "power shopper" / errand bike as it's simply perfect for riding around locally in the flats. It's got front and rear rack mounts, fender mounts, and a square taper 1 x 9 (38 x 11-34) drivetrain! I did a test ride and the gearing is spot on for the tasks at hand, including some off-road automobile dodging. HOWEVER, the cranks are 172.5mm and I can immediately feel the difference in efficiency as I use 175s on all my bikes.
I have not been able to locate a 175 crankset with similar specs. I feel as if this crankset is a rare configuration without an adequate substitute. BMX is too short, fixie cogs are too big, and the 110BCDs can't accommodate a single 38 without complications or looking odd.
Does anyone have any suggestions?
Thanks as always for your informed replies!