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trithis04 posted 2 years ago.
I have a DA equipped 10 spd. bike and I got over 6k out of the original chain. I just upgraded to a Whipperman Connex, the chain was still within specs, but the connex link makes things a whole lot easier for cleaning, service, etc. Chain wear is rider speific some individuals go through them faster than others.
If your going to be using this rig for racing stick with a double crank set-up. Much less maintance hassle. Plus you'll be fine with that gearing. If you feel you need lower gearing, go with a larger rear cog (i.e. 12-25) or a compact road crank. My personal opinion, stay away from the triples.
As far as used bikes, two major concerns: 1) Make sure you can see it in person, so you can verify the condition of the bike. 2) Fit, you need to know that it will be properly sized for you. This can be difficult as not all manufactures sizes are alike. If you have a model in mind you may be able to use a retail location to get fitted and then use that info. on the used market. Just make sure that it's specific for each brand, as I mentioned, they will vary.
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glbrum posted 2 years ago.
I don't see how 10spd is any less durable than 9sp. Riding style (ie: riding with a crossed up chain line) and weather conditions play a bigger part into a chain's durability than it being 9 or 10spd.
As far as the triple vs. double front gearing goes, if you are terrible at climbing or have lots of very steep climbs (10%+) you probably don't need it. I have a triple on my bike, but never use it because it's too easy. If you are concerned about hills, get a 12-25 cassette and you would be fine with a double crankset.
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rbreddin75 posted 2 years ago.
trithis04 wrote:
I have a DA equipped 10 spd. bike and I got over 6k out of the original chain. I just upgraded to a Whipperman Connex, the chain was still within specs, but the connex link makes things a whole lot easier for cleaning, service, etc. Chain wear is rider speific some individuals go through them faster than others.If your going to be using this rig for racing stick with a double crank set-up. Much less maintance hassle. Plus you'll be fine with that gearing. If you feel you need lower gearing, go with a larger rear cog (i.e. 12-25) or a compact road crank. My personal opinion, stay away from the triples.
As far as used bikes, two major concerns: 1) Make sure you can see it in person, so you can verify the condition of the bike. 2) Fit, you need to know that it will be properly sized for you. This can be difficult as not all manufactures sizes are alike. If you have a model in mind you may be able to use a retail location to get fitted and then use that info. on the used market. Just make sure that it's specific for each brand, as I mentioned, they will vary.
I also have a Whipperman 10S1 on my full Dura Ace bike...
I haven't put the mileage on mine that Trithis has.. but the Whipperman Chain is the tops !!
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CHCB posted 2 years ago.
The chain durability issue has been addressed above, and I agree with those comments. A 10 speed provides more than extra gear combinations, it also makes for smoother shifting.
Regarding used bikes, every good local bike shop I know either sells them outright, or knows who is trying to sell one in the local area.
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A friend of mine who is bit more into biking than I am had told me that a 10 spd bike isn't worth buying because the chains aren't durable enough for them yet, but I think his information might be a little outdated, some I'm wondering what y'all think?
Oh yeah, and why I'm at it--- how do you decide between two or three sprockets on the front? What are the advantages/disadvantages of either?
And I've read multiple times on this site advice that buying a used bike can get you a better quality bike than you could afford straight of the showroom floor, but how does one go about finding quality used bikes? Are there sites on the net? Do you network through triathlon clubs??? Where are the elusive 'used' bikes???
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