Gearing questions
06-06-23, 07:03 PM
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Gearing questions
Hello gang. I recently acquired a Specialized Tricross Comp that I am really enjoying. IT is currently running Shimano 105/Ultegra mix (105 front/Ultegra rear);48/34 12-30 and I was wondering what I would need to change to make my rear mech 8nto a more appropriate set up for a cyclocross/gravel range for a 62 yr old newbie gravel rider and non climber....me. Would I need to change my entire drivetrain or is it just a matter of a new chain and a long cage rear derailleur or MTB derailleur? This bike is totally new to me, having come from a road bike and I am unfamiliar with the nuances of cross/gravel riding. I do not plan on doing the work myself but I want to have some idea what I'm in for. Thanks in advance. Brian J.
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06-06-23, 07:33 PM
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First, I'm no expert. But I really like the Shimano GRX Di 2 groupset. The 48/31 front crank and the 11-34 cassette give a nice spread of gear range, including some climbing ability. It is very pricey, so others can point you towards a less expensive solution.
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Hello gang. I recently acquired a Specialized Tricross Comp that I am really enjoying. IT is currently running Shimano 105/Ultegra mix (105 front/Ultegra rear);48/34 12-30 and I was wondering what I would need to change to make my rear mech 8nto a more appropriate set up for a cyclocross/gravel range for a 62 yr old newbie gravel rider and non climber....me. Would I need to change my entire drivetrain or is it just a matter of a new chain and a long cage rear derailleur or MTB derailleur? This bike is totally new to me, having come from a road bike and I am unfamiliar with the nuances of cross/gravel riding. I do not plan on doing the work myself but I want to have some idea what I'm in for. Thanks in advance. Brian J.
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Clarify for us what's driving the need for change. What problem do you have with the current setup?
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Actually it's not all that difficult. You can get a derailleur hanger extender (https://www.wolftoothcomponents.com/...ducts/roadlink) to work with a larger cassette. I haven't done that so hopefully others will chime in on the details.
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Actually it's not all that difficult. You can get a derailleur hanger extender (https://www.wolftoothcomponents.com/...ducts/roadlink) to work with a larger cassette. I haven't done that so hopefully others will chime in on the details.
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