Ive never felt the need for any sort of chain guide or bash guard. I haven't broken a chain ring or seriously damaged a chain, and almost never drop a chain. Simpler is better IMHO. The increased drivetrain life due to improved chain wrap would be the only reason i would consider a chain guide.
Oct. 16, 2023, 12:11 p.m. - Skooks
Ive never felt the need for any sort of chain guide or bash guard. I haven't broken a chain ring or seriously damaged a chain, and almost never drop a chain. Simpler is better IMHO. The increased drivetrain life due to improved chain wrap would be the only reason i would consider a chain guide.