Convert Lapierre Zesty 427 AM from 2x10 to 1x11

Smiffypedaller
Smiffypedaller Posts: 2
edited June 2016 in MTB workshop & tech
Hello all,

I'm sure it's been ask countless times but I haven't seen anything for the Zesty.

I would like to upgrade from a 2x10 to 1x11 on my Zesty 427 AM, I've contacted Lapierre and the freehub is good for a Shimano Cassette, so happy with that.

What else do I need/recommend?

Cassette 11-?
Rear Mech? (Currently - SHIMANO XT SHADOW PLUS RDM786GSL 10 SPEED)
Front Chainring size?
and what about the shifters? (Currently - SHIMANO SLX SLM670 2x10 SPEED)

Anything else?

Thanks for the help.

Or to add to this would it be better to go 1x10 with a 42t One up on my existing cassette?

Comments

  • ade555
    ade555 Posts: 216
    There is groupset at CR for 1x11 from shimano xt, have a look.
  • The Rookie
    The Rookie Posts: 27,812
    I'd just go for an 11:42 using a Sunrace MX3 cassette, lighter than an expander plus XT and a lot cheaper.
    Currently riding a Whyte T130C, X0 drivetrain, Magura Trail brakes converted to mixed wheel size (homebuilt wheels) with 140mm Fox 34 Rhythm and RP23 suspension. 12.2Kg.
  • ade555
    ade555 Posts: 216
    The Rookie wrote:
    I'd just go for an 11:42 using a Sunrace MX3 cassette, lighter than an expander plus XT and a lot cheaper.


    Is that still 10 speed?
  • The Rookie
    The Rookie Posts: 27,812
    Yes, so you keep the mech and shifter saving yourself a fair wedge! (Keep the chain as well if it's good).
    Currently riding a Whyte T130C, X0 drivetrain, Magura Trail brakes converted to mixed wheel size (homebuilt wheels) with 140mm Fox 34 Rhythm and RP23 suspension. 12.2Kg.
  • dirkpitt74
    dirkpitt74 Posts: 518
    As rookie said - sunrace wide range cassette.
    Have a couple of mates running them with no problem - easier to set up than farting around with an expander.
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  • The Rookie
    The Rookie Posts: 27,812
    Mine gets converted this weekend (9->10 speed) using an MX3.
    Currently riding a Whyte T130C, X0 drivetrain, Magura Trail brakes converted to mixed wheel size (homebuilt wheels) with 140mm Fox 34 Rhythm and RP23 suspension. 12.2Kg.

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