Swapping Std to Compact?
'm sure this must have been covered here before but I can't find it!
I have been offered a Giant TCR Zero with DA set up 52/34, I think I need a compact set up as I come from MTB and new to road riding.
Can I just change the crankset or will the rear mech and front mech need to changed?
Sorry, if this has been covered here before
I have been offered a Giant TCR Zero with DA set up 52/34, I think I need a compact set up as I come from MTB and new to road riding.
Can I just change the crankset or will the rear mech and front mech need to changed?
Sorry, if this has been covered here before
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Try this, similar q's last week
http://www.bikeradar.com/road/forums/vi ... t=125563070 -
sorry meant 52/39!!0
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I've just this week swapped out my 'standard' Ultegra SL to a compact. Took less than 10minutes and didn't have to mess with any of the mechs....0
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It will work with only changing the chainset but ideally you should lower the front mech slightly.0
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Forgive me if I am stating the obvious, but before you change anything make sure you know what you will be getting. Do a little homework: you will find gear tables in most bike reviews in Cycle+ or Pro Cycling magazines or internet (this site), or - more fun - work it out yourself via the helpful website:
http;//www.sheldonbrown.com/gears/
Then, armed with knowledge, you can enter the debate about whether a granny ring on a road bike is a sensible technical application, or something for wimps.
You may find that compact with a wide-range sprocket will give you nearly all you want at less cost for the change0
