Mechanics and Fixing Any Questions Answered

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Bearlegged in reply to @moog

I've been running XT 2x cranks on the gradventourer for years now. Until recently, I'd been using a Claris front mech with an offset shim to let it reach the MTB chainline. Have just fitted a GRX400 front mech with braze on adapter, and it reaches the outer chainring no problem without any mods.

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moog in reply to @Bearlegged

Perfect, saves a job. Thanks

It won’t be the end of the world if we can’t find 165mm cranks but it would be nice. I’ve heard from friends that availability in Colombia is good, I just hope it’s not all 12 speed one by.

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Bearlegged in reply to @moog

A couple of caveats: 1) it's a non-boost chainset, and 2) the rear end of the front mech doesn't have much clearance for the chainstay. This latter factor is with 40/28 rings, and it could go a little lower, but might be something to consider/experiment with for you and your frames.

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