a side (potential) benefit to a compact drivetrain, is with improved bb clearance (i run a 26t chainring), i've not found any need for a bash. and run sans guide, for a pretty minimalist, problem-free drivetrain. tho big brakes, reasonably stout tires, and a robust alu frame still add up to a 36lb 140mm "trail" bike. \*shrug\*. despite previous adventures in weight weenieism (ti & carbon everything / questionable choices), i've come to the realization that it really doesn't matter that much (at least to justify significant sums of $ or compromise performance / reliability).
July 28, 2021, 10:45 p.m. - Perry Schebel
a side (potential) benefit to a compact drivetrain, is with improved bb clearance (i run a 26t chainring), i've not found any need for a bash. and run sans guide, for a pretty minimalist, problem-free drivetrain. tho big brakes, reasonably stout tires, and a robust alu frame still add up to a 36lb 140mm "trail" bike. \*shrug\*. despite previous adventures in weight weenieism (ti & carbon everything / questionable choices), i've come to the realization that it really doesn't matter that much (at least to justify significant sums of $ or compromise performance / reliability).