Here’s when 1x makes sense, when 2x still wins, and how to choose the right setup.
For the front shifter, there are normally intermediate positions between shifts that allow you to move the derailleur cage slightly to one side, to avoid rubbing but without causing the chain to swap ...
The elimination of the front derailleur on many bikes has made cycling simpler, but reduced the number of available gear ratios. That's where the Powershift hub comes in, as it essentially replaces ...
It’s been almost five years since SRAM first introduced the 1×11 drivetrain, and the configuration has become so popular that many new bikes are foregoing front derailleur mounts and cabling options ...