I'm new here and noticed this thread hasn't had any activity for a while but wanted to start here. I have a 2020 Turbo 4. After reading this thread and doing a fair amount of research, I plan to:
1. Put a 52t chainring on front, chose the
Deckas. Anyone see a problem?
2. Put on a KMC X10e 136 link chain which seems to be the consensus. I know how to size it.
3. Use Truvativ steel
chainring bolts. Anyone see a problem?
4. Put on a 11-34 cassette when they are back in stock.
Why this set? I only use my Vado for commuting and errands. I'm always on city streets and live in the Phoenix valley - no hills at all. During my commute, I'm always between 24-28 miles per hours. This set should (per bikecalc.com) give me the best cadence (I ride at 90-100 rpms) and keep me on the 15 and 17t cogs. If I went to the 48t chainring, I can only optimize my speed and cadence with a 12-28 cassette which keeps me in the 14 and 15t cogs. I think I will get better longevity if on bigger cogs. Anyone have feedback?
Final question, probably for "bellandbottle," will I be able to change the chainring without the specialty tools and taking off the crankarm? I have the chainring bolt tool and it fits behind the chainring from a bottom front approach. I don't see anything that would require me to take the crankarm off.
You guys put some awesome info on here and thanks for that.