Build Opinions for steel IF Planet X
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Looking to rebuild my classic IF Planet X before this coming cross season. I am planning to run a 1x10 system but want to get opinions on whether to run SRAM or Shimano on the bike. I like both brands, so I don't have a big pull one way or the other.
SRAM build -
Rival shifters
Force FD
Force RD
Force crank
Shimano build -
Dura-Ace 7800 shifters
Ultegra FD
Ultegra RD
Dura-Ace 7800 crank
I would guess that the SRAM mix will be lighter, but the Shimano system might look better on the bike.
What are your opinions?
SRAM build -
Rival shifters
Force FD
Force RD
Force crank
Shimano build -
Dura-Ace 7800 shifters
Ultegra FD
Ultegra RD
Dura-Ace 7800 crank
I would guess that the SRAM mix will be lighter, but the Shimano system might look better on the bike.
What are your opinions?
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You can also use a X0 or X9 10-speed (type 2) short cage rear mech if you want a clutch.
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SRAM CX1 has a clutch which should help to keep your chain in place, without a chain guide. If you are going with Shimano I would definitely advise to go with a chain guide.
unless you put the shimano mech in high tension mode
http://crossjunkie.blogspot.co.uk/2014/ ... et-up.html
Loads of people in the cross league i race in use no clutch mech, no chain guide and a narrow/wide chainring with no chain drops.
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SRAM CX1 is 11spd isn't it?
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