Sep 4, 2016 · Try the following when sizing a chain for your 1x setup: wrap the chain around the chain ring and around the largest cog on the cassette (without routing the chain through the …

To address Free Chain Length and Chainwrap on modified Shimano drivetrains, Wolf Tooth developed a series of products to optimize 1x conversions.

OneUp is the only chainring manufacturer to provide shims with our rings to tune your chainline based on your components. Follow the chart below to get the best possible performance out of …

A how to video of how to convert you road or gravel bike to a 1x Single Chainring drivetrain and with step by step instructions and thought regarding cassette choices.

Feb 14, 2025 · IIRC you can get 1x narrow-wide rings in 4x104 format. Shimano typically do multiple versions of any one crank to suit different chainlines. Apparently the M5100 is …

May 19, 2024 · To convert a mountain bike to 1X, first remove the front derailleur and shifters, as well as any extra chainrings. Next, select an appropriate narrow-wide chainring and cassette to …

Oct 4, 2024 · Studies show that riders can save up to 1.5 pounds by switching to a 1x system, making it a popular choice among enthusiasts. With the right components and tools, you can …

Jan 14, 2021 · Buying a brand new 105 chainset and then converting it to a 1x single chainring setup was, surprisingly, both cheaper and also lighter than buying a dedicated Shimano GRX …

Jun 15, 2015 · There are few parts necessary for this conversion. A rear cog, a special narrow/wide chainring and a quick link for the chain. The procedure for installing these …

Sep 9, 2022 · In simple terms, a 1x drivetrain has a single chainring mounted to the crankset, with no front derailleur. Bike cranksets have historically had two or three chainrings, with a derailleur …