Upgrading My Grand Canyon AL 6.0 MTB for Speed: Need Advice!
Hey fellow riders,
I've been thoroughly enjoying my 2020 Grand Canyon AL 6.0 MTB, but lately, I've been using it more for fitness rides on roads and gravel paths. To optimize it for speed, I'm planning some modifications and would love your input.
First up, I'm looking to swap out the tires to ones better suited for faster surfaces. (probably Continental Race King)
Secondly, I'm considering upgrading the crankset to support higher speeds. Currently, I've got the SHIMANO DEORE XT HOLLOWTECH II MTB Crankset 2x11-speed with a 36-26 chainring setup. My idea is to replace the larger 36-tooth chainring with a 38-tooth one while keeping the smaller 26-tooth for those challenging uphill sections.
Has anyone tried a similar modification? Will the 38-tooth chainring work well with the 26-tooth one, or am I better off considering a different setup?
I'd greatly appreciate any insights or experiences you can share on this topic. Thanks in advance for your help!