Mountain Bike Double Crankset

There are a few variables when it comes to a mountain bike crankset.

Mountain bike double crankset. 5 out of 5 stars 3. Our mtb crankset selections include the ever popular shimano crankset models alongside raceface and fsa so you can choose the right model for your type of riding for roadies we have double chainsets compact versions for sportive riders and standard for racers and triple chainsets for those wanting a wider variety of gears. Free shipping on eligible orders. The traditional crank length on a mountain bike is 175mm but 165 170 and 180mm cranks are also sometimes available.

Free shipping on many items. Most double chainring cranksets have a 39 tooth low gear. An upgraded mountain bike crankset will make your pedaling more efficient help you go faster and make gear changing smoother. Show only sram items.

Double rings are still used by some mtb riders but their gearing ranges have been equalled by the huge ratios achieved by 11 and 12 speed cassettes used with single ring cranksets. Jiankun 104bcd 64bcd single double triple 170mm mtb bike chainset crank set bb. Upanbike bike crankset with bottom bracket for road bike. With a compact crankset you can get a 34 tooth low gear and that makes a big difference.

Mountain bike crankset characteristics. A compact crankset is still a double but has smaller chainrings up front rather than bigger gears in back. Longer cranks offer more leverage and are good for riders with longer legs. Double cranksets have smaller outer rings reducing this problem or you could get a crankset with a bashguard instead of the big chainring.

Some riders will be using single chainring setups while others will be pedalling double chainrings. However some riders continue to favour their double rings despite the extra weight and good savings can be made as quality two ring cranks continue to be released for less senior hierarchies. In this article we look at the advantages of each setup to help you determine which is better for you. Make offer shimano ultegra crankset 6400 172 5mm 42 53 vintage road racing bike 600 nos shimano deore xt m8000 2 double 2x11 speed hollowtech ii 175 mm 36 26t 179 99.

Sram via gt 10 speed compact 50 34 t gxp double road bike crankset 175mm new. When upgrading you may be able to choose a mountain bike crankset that will fit you better too. Understanding the best mountain bike cranks. Shorter cranks offer better pedal clearance and work best for riders with short legs.

One simple fix is to upgrade your bike to a compact crankset. Sram apex 10 speed 53 39 t gxp 130mm bcd double road bike crankset 170mm new.