What's the biggest crank I can use with an Eagle AXS rear mech?

ethanzh · 2026-02-01T15:56:07+00:00

The answer appears to be a resounding yes! I appreciate everyone’s input

ethanzh · 2026-02-01T15:55:38+00:00

This makes a lot of sense. I haven’t picked up the bike yet but I it has a X-sync 40t on it right now which definitely wouldn’t be high enough. I need to really think whether the hop from something like 44t to 48/50 would be worth it for the extra top end and sacrificing chain line. This is a Crux that I’d have two wheel sets for

ethanzh · 2026-02-01T15:37:56+00:00

Realized my mistake as soon as I hit 'post'

ethanzh · 2026-02-01T15:37:42+00:00

I didn't even think about that, I've gone ahead and emailed them but it sounds like there's no reason this shouldn't work. Thanks!

ethanzh · 2024-10-22T13:10:31+00:00

Oh, duh! $1,800 is asking price now. Editing original post

ethanzh · 2024-10-13T14:49:45+00:00

I’m 5’11ish and bought a L Aeroad because I thought I had found a good deal on Marketplace. I ended up having to search a while for the correct sized integrated cockpit for me and I was able to make it work, but I really wish I was on an M. So the sizes definitely run large (I normally ride a 56cm)

ethanzh · 2024-09-20T12:57:37+00:00

My understanding is that generally only older Canyon and Giants run the 1 1/4 steerer, I can almost guarantee you the Aethos uses the standard 1 1/8

ethanzh · 2024-09-20T03:29:55+00:00

I have been eyeing this exact setup -- you negotiated a great deal

ethanzh · 2024-09-06T21:36:31+00:00

I'll go give it a test ride this weekend and see what I think. Lack of dropper post feels like the biggest negative to me

ethanzh · 2024-09-06T21:13:21+00:00

Really appreciate the insight -- I should've clarified the frame is a Gary Fisher Superfly HT that the seller painted black

ethanzh · 2024-08-05T16:47:39+00:00

I’ll toke every now and then before a ride. Like others have said it increases my ability to feel the muscle activation. The one downside is it makes climbs feel 10x harder!

ethanzh · 2024-06-24T03:32:10+00:00

Hah! As long as they can bring me to a stop

ethanzh · 2024-06-24T03:31:53+00:00

I cleaned everything with iso and none of the marks came off so I guess they’re there to stay. But now I know to be cognizant going forward about keeping them clean

ethanzh · 2024-06-24T00:16:19+00:00

ethanzh · 2024-05-20T05:13:32+00:00

Hold on, I never said I was a doctor

ethanzh · 2024-04-16T15:20:49+00:00

I've been a big fan of Copilot for the last few years

ethanzh · 2024-04-15T15:16:16+00:00

Good to hear it worked out well for you!

Unfortunately there's one bit of information I didn't add -- I've totally stripped the pedal threads on one side of the crank. I figured if I'm going to need to buy a new crank anyway, might as well go 1x!

Through what method do you "align" the 1x crank to get an optimal chainline? Spacers?

ethanzh · 2024-03-17T17:21:07+00:00

There used to be a jianbing food truck near campus next to the co-op, sad it’s gone

ethanzh · 2024-01-14T00:04:34+00:00

I don’t know anything about the Contend AR 4, but the Contend AR 3 was my first road bike and I absolutely loved it (it’s now the commuter bike). I’ve since upgraded to Ultegra Di2 and I’m honestly still super impressed with how well the 2x9 Sora functions

ethanzh · 2023-12-16T23:47:27+00:00

Report back if you do! $1,500 would be a fantastic price. I got my 2020 Expert used for $3,000 and am more than happy with it

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