Looking to make the jump to a 1X9 on the heckler and my biggest question is what others on the Heckler have used for a chain retention system? The MRP Mini G2 SL BB mount looks like it would work great but looking for input from people who have run one on a heckler, thanks.
Also e*13 has some nice stuff and it comes with the ISO adapter tabs, does anyone have experience on one of their setups?
I have ran an E13 SRS with BB adapter and an E13 LS with BB adapter and both worked great for me. The MRP should be fine, but I think my next guide with be a Straitline Silent guide.
I ran an original E13 SRS on a freeride bike I had a few years ago, with the ISCG adapter. IMO one of the most simple, set it and forget it systems available. I loved it. The new ones are even lighter and more refined.
I run the MRP Mini G2 I love it I have not dropped a chain with it I been using it about a year. I have had a few different ones e-13 and a couple of others the MRP is the one I will always have on my bike it is light weight and effective.
Thanks for the input, I was able to find the best deal on a Mini G2 so went ahead with that, any tips on set up for the heckler as far as chainline or spacers needed? I am assuming I can just remove the existing spacer on the drive side of the BB and the Mini will fill that void?
Next time try one of these> http://www.widgit.com.au/technical.html it will open up more chainring size options if you want to retain some ability to climb, especially with a 11-36t cassette out the back
I thought about the widgit a couple of months ago when I first started thinking of going to 1x9 setup. I tested my abilities by simply not shifting into the granny on my local rides. I started with a 32 then installed a new set of cranks with a 36, the 36 was a real struggle on some climbs and I was left feeling I wanted another gear lower, so the 32 seems to be the ideal chain ring for up front.
For long fire road type climbs I will miss the granny due to lack of fitness but for all the technical single track climbs I find its not a lack of gears but more a lack of skill on my part that keep me from making the climb.
Originally Posted by Gripo
Next time try one of these> http://www.widgit.com.au/technical.html it will open up more chainring size options if you want to retain some ability to climb, especially with a 11-36t cassette out the back
Not to hijack, but this system intrigues me. I've never seen it before. I am currently building a Blur LT and with the VPP linkage clearance issues, this system looks like a good fit. I want to build a 1x10. My only problem is its $139! Seriously?! For a chainring and some extra bits of metal? The ring alone is $110!
Is it worth it? It does seem like a nice system, just a little pricey for what you get IMO.
Not to hijack, but this system intrigues me. I've never seen it before. I am currently building a Blur LT and with the VPP linkage clearance issues, this system looks like a good fit. I want to build a 1x10. My only problem is its $139! Seriously?! For a chainring and some extra bits of metal? The ring alone is $110!
Is it worth it? It does seem like a nice system, just a little pricey for what you get IMO.
Correct I paid 118 for the MRP chain system, I chose that because it seemed to be a proven chain retention system where as the Widgit is still new and seemed much more xc orientated.
The coolest thing with the widgit is you can run below a 32 chain ring, but then you are loosing the high end speed which is why I think most people are running a 1x9 with chain retention system in the first place.
I home-made a system exactly like the widget. For about $7 you can buy a piece of Plexiglas from Lowes and make your cuts. That being said during extreme downhill or rocky runs you can lose your chain (and I did). It happened rarely, but it did happen. That system works great for XC riding, but if it gets choppy you may drop a chain.
The true chain guide devices will not drop your chain. End of story.
I home-made a system exactly like the widget. For about $7 you can buy a piece of Plexiglas from Lowes and make your cuts. That being said during extreme downhill or rocky runs you can lose your chain (and I did). It happened rarely, but it did happen. That system works great for XC riding, but if it gets choppy you may drop a chain.
The true chain guide devices will not drop your chain. End of story.
I have a widgit, and think it's pretty unique. 28t works pretty well around here, and my chain has stayed on.
But The widgit does not have a bash. After having to straighten it out a couple of times I modded it so it also has a blackspire bash, but honestly for that price it should be a factory option. A few friends had them, and either killed them (rocks) or put a proper bash.
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