Train the Drive

The drive-train is centered around a 32 tooth front chain-ring that connects to 10 speeds spanning 11 to 42 teeth on the rear. The simplicity of the setup is interrupted by the complexity of the rear derailluer. The Deore RD-M6000 is a bulletproof and trail-worthy chain director that, once tuned in, will go along without any fuss.

Slowing down the stoke is considered with brakes from Tekro, 200mm in the front and 180mm discs in the rear. No matter the conditions, the slowing down part will be covered.

The Jones Loop H-Bar provides a multitude of resting places while turning pedals and are a welcomed addition to any build. The ‘unconventional’ handlebars themselves were admired by contributor Rob Templin in issue 147, who used them to get back on a road bike after breaking his neck a few years back. We are pleased to see them included as standard equipment.