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Follow Up On the 1×9 Jet Setup

July 8th, 2009  |  by mpuchowicz  |  published in Tech, Uncategorized

A couple of readers have asked about the specifics of the 1×9 setup on the Jet 9. So here we go.
Truvativ Noir 1.1crankset, 32t chainring.
Jump Stop
SRAM PG 990 cassette 11-34t.
SRAM X.0 Medium cage derailleur.
Overall the set up works well. 1×9 is less expensive, lighter, and easier to maintain than a triple or double set up. And the [...]

Mavic Is Tranquilo

June 12th, 2009  |  by mpuchowicz  |  published in Tech, Uncategorized

Fact: Any wheel that fails so badly in a crash that the rim and hub are completely separated regardless of the mechanism is friggin scary.
A demonstartive video from the engineering department proving the strength of thin walled hollow cylinders. Only Mavic forgot to tap the side of the can while standing on it.