Found this on Sram.com in the service section, under Frame fit specifications - X0 X9 X7 X5 - MY14. Looks like 2013 is going to be a good year for being fat.
Nice. It's good to see more parts coming on board. Im most interested in cranks that move the chain outward like the MWOD's. Fatbacks FSA crank seems to be a nice piece so far as well. These are the only 2 cranks I have experience with, but I think the added help they bring to maintaining a full set of gears is great.
There must be a big company that is already buying a bunch of these if they're making them.
Who is it going to be?
Has anyone heard of any fat prototypes from the big brands?
Race Face has about 4 fatbike cranks coming out this year that Kona might be interested in spec'ing. Sram has an X5 fat crank coming out this year too a good year to get fat.
XX1 makes so much sense on a fat tired bike. Ditch the adapters, chain guides and such. Really lightens the bike plus you have a bit more tire clearance.
I've had ZERO crank clearance issues building my bikes, lots of room, but that front derailleur is a real crud catcher with the fat tire slinging goo around.
I am happy to see more fatty stuff coming down the pipes, but I REALLY did hate my X9 crankset on my mtnbike. That stupid bb gave me nothing but trouble.
can this be a good crank for the 5" fatties too? like the moonlander etc, or is the chainline penalty enough to keep one going in another direction?
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