Recent content by Inz

Added myself, now Ireland has a whopping 3 members!

Thanks @Jurassic, that’s just what I was looking for. I’m of the opinion that as riders we‘re shifting gears a hell of lot, so paying an extra 20 bucks for noticeably smoother shifting seems like a no brainer to me. Thanks for the info! /edit: price check.. XTR chain is only 10 bucks more on Amazon

Thanks for the advice. I do agree the components largely work well together. But I wonder how much of a difference does it make having a Shimano chain that is purpose designed for Hyperglide. Would it even be noticeable to the average rider.

Like the title says, I’m trying to understand why Giant outfits many e-bikes with KMC e12 chains when paired with Shimano cassettes, derailleurs etc. My understanding these chains are not getting the benefit of Hyperglide or Hyperglide+. So I can’t understand why Giant would fit these as...

Very interesting thanks for sharing. I know this is an old thread but bike manufacturers are still fitting KMC chains on Shimano 12 speed Cassettes. One bike shop said they immediately replace KMC chains with Shimano when all other components are Shimano, maybe this is the reason why.

My new Trance X Advanced E+1. Had it for four weeks and loving it!

well spotted. The sag is way off along with a few other things. I’m going to ask them to do a proper fit on the XL before putting any cash down. Thanks!

Large alloy for comparison :)

I’m about to pull the trigger on the Trance X Advanced E+1 but I have a dilemma. I can get a great deal on an XL size but I’m exactly 6ft2 which puts me between a Large and XL. I’m and old school rider trying to get back into riding, pretty overweight and hoping to shred some pounds and enjoy...

Thanks @trailaddict , I think i'm going to go for it!

Hello from europe! I'm looking at getting my first eMTB and got my eyes set on a Giant Trance X Advanced E+ 1 which I can get for €6400 new. At that price is there anything I should be concerned about? I think it's just dealers trying to move old stock. Thanks in advance!