Triple to double/compact?
ssk2
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Currently riding with a triple (Sora), but have been thinking about switching to a compact or maybe even a standard double.
On the 'pro' side, all I've come up with weight, slightly easier to adjust and (let's face it) it just looks a bit more...'normal'.
For cons, I've come up with the biggie of 'why bother?'
So, out of interest, how would I begin to go about switching my triple out? Is it a case of just buying a new Sora chainset? Is it difficult to change and would I be able to do it on my own (assuming a level of mechanical competence!)
Do people have thoughts? Is it not worth changing, stupid idea?
On the 'pro' side, all I've come up with weight, slightly easier to adjust and (let's face it) it just looks a bit more...'normal'.
For cons, I've come up with the biggie of 'why bother?'
So, out of interest, how would I begin to go about switching my triple out? Is it a case of just buying a new Sora chainset? Is it difficult to change and would I be able to do it on my own (assuming a level of mechanical competence!)
Do people have thoughts? Is it not worth changing, stupid idea?
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Specialized Roubaix SL3 Expert 2012, Cannondale CAAD5,
Marin Mount Vision (1997), Edinburgh Country tourer, 3 cats!
You could just take the granny ring off and reset the front mech limit stops.
Personably I would not bother. You don't have to use the granny ring but it is there if you do need it.
Oh Dear.
No.. No.. No...
That comment was made very tongue in cheek, don't worry. I have faced a 'look' and a smirk or two from more 'established' roadies at sportives and cafes, but this has been rare and something that doesn't bother me.
Thanks for the advice guys and gals, was pretty much what I was thinking!
Like John T says, you don't have to use the granny - I don't use mine in the UK, and it comes in handy in the Alps. And in the meantime I have a perfect 50-40 set-up here. Outweighs the weight, looks, and q-factor negatives for me
I should have written:
Oi!
No!
Have Fun...