1x drivetrain

Gravel Bike Vs Road Bike: Essential Differences Explained

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Unlike mountain or cyclocross bikes, which are designed quite differently, gravel bikes and road bikes have a lot in common. It’s even fairly easy to convert one into the other with a few minor changes. So what are the differences when it comes to gravel bike vs road bike? And why are they designed in … Read more

1x Drivetrains For Bikes: What’s The Benefit?

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A 1x (one-by) drivetrain has a single chainring up front and a wide-range cassette in back (typically 10-50t or 10-52t). Pros: simpler, lighter, fewer dropped chains. Cons: bigger jumps between gears than 2x setups. 1x is now standard on MTBs and gaining ground in gravel/road. Below, we cover 1x advantages, gearing math, and ideal use … Read more

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