9spd chain / 11spd crank
Ok so I setup my CX bike to 1 x 9 using new Shimano R3000 running gear. The 1x9 gives me the extra space I want for wider tyres ( I prefer to run 38-40 mm for better comfort on single track and dirt roads) , I am totally happy with the gear spread (the gaps in the block work fine for me) but I have been struggling a little at the top end as I was using the 34t from the Sora compact chainset and it was just not quite big enough - spinning out when I hit about 25mph on downhill roads - The only chain ring I can get for a decent price with the correct BCD was a 36t 105 ring only issue is that its 11 speed.
My understanding is that a 9 speed chain will run fine on a 11 speed chain ring as the internal width is the same (and therefore the teeth width and spacing match up)
Can someone confirm that this is the case.
Ta.
My understanding is that a 9 speed chain will run fine on a 11 speed chain ring as the internal width is the same (and therefore the teeth width and spacing match up)
Can someone confirm that this is the case.
Ta.
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This 105 ring is only £13 delivered so if it does not work out it's not a major deal.
Ta for confirming