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ghixon · 08-06-2007, 02:39 PM

I've been rebuilding (resurecting) an old GT hardtail from a former life. It's going to be added to to my current F.S. ride. I'm in the process of replacing crankset and am in a bit of quandry.

Are the Race Face Dues XC Cranksets as bad and as hard to setup as some people say they are. I know everyone's wrenching skills vary greatly but, I can't d[FONT=Times New Roman][SIZE=3][FONT=Verdana][SIZE=2]ifferentiate[/SIZE][/FONT] [/SIZE][/FONT]between who's having legitimate problems and who just didn't install them correctly.

Has anyone used them lately? If so, what is your feedback on them.

Code Blue · 08-06-2007, 03:01 PM

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Originally Posted by ghixon

I've been rebuilding (resurecting) an old GT hardtail from a former life. It's going to be added to to my current F.S. ride. I'm in the process of replacing crankset and am in a bit of quandry.

Are the Race Face Dues XC Cranksets as bad and as hard to setup as some people say they are. I know everyone's wrenching skills vary greatly but, I can't d[FONT=Times New Roman][SIZE=3][FONT=Verdana][SIZE=2]ifferentiate[/SIZE][/FONT] [/SIZE][/FONT]between who's having legitimate problems and who just didn't install them correctly.

Has anyone used them lately? If so, what is your feedback on them.

start out by saying I am not a Race Face fan. The older versions always came loose and never shiffted well.

Now with their OBB stuff to me it is just a Shimano knock off.

IMO Shifting = Sram..... Cranks = Shimano. Pick up a set of the LX's they are cheap and really nice. A little more weight than the XT's but way cheaper.

ps check the reviews on that other website

Rob · 08-06-2007, 07:58 PM

I much prefer Shimano cranks over Race Face. Race face duece rings are pretty nice though. I just don't link the way you install the crank arms. Should have the crank arm clamp onto the spindle like Shimano does, not just a bolt that holds it all together that you have to rely on to stay tight.

Shimano IMO has much better quality control as well.

I was checking out Nashbar's summer sale flyer and they have 960 XTR cranks for 225 plus free shipping. I can't even get them for that price through the shop.

Innes · 08-06-2007, 08:23 PM

I have the Deux XC cranksets on two of my bikes. I love them. I've never had any problems, but my buddy did have chainline issues because he didn't read the directions.

SAR_boats · 08-08-2007, 12:51 PM

I have them on my SS. No complaints so far

CalEpic · 08-08-2007, 08:37 PM

I have a set on my 5 Spot and had a set on a Flux I recently sold. I've never had any problems. Lighter than XT's too.

C

auger · 09-01-2007, 05:26 PM

I have them on on my Racer X and SJ FSR pro no problems and I would buy them again. I think a lot of the issues that some have had is that were not installed correctly. To properly seat them it takes a 60ft lb or so of torque.

08-06-2007, 02:39 PM	#1 (permalink)
ghixon Look Ma - No hands!	Race Face Dues XC Crank I've been rebuilding (resurecting) an old GT hardtail from a former life. It's going to be added to to my current F.S. ride. I'm in the process of replacing crankset and am in a bit of quandry. Are the Race Face Dues XC Cranksets as bad and as hard to setup as some people say they are. I know everyone's wrenching skills vary greatly but, I can't d[FONT=Times New Roman][SIZE=3][FONT=Verdana][SIZE=2]ifferentiate[/SIZE][/FONT] [/SIZE][/FONT]between who's having legitimate problems and who just didn't install them correctly. Has anyone used them lately? If so, what is your feedback on them. __________________ The only reason people get lost in thought is because it's unfamiliar territory.

08-06-2007, 08:23 PM	#4 (permalink)
Innes Senior Member	I have the Deux XC cranksets on two of my bikes. I love them. I've never had any problems, but my buddy did have chainline issues because he didn't read the directions. __________________ "Nothing compares to the simple pleasures of a bike ride." - J.F.K

08-08-2007, 12:51 PM	#5 (permalink)
SAR_boats .	I have them on my SS. No complaints so far __________________

08-08-2007, 08:37 PM	#6 (permalink)
CalEpic STR Moderator	I have a set on my 5 Spot and had a set on a Flux I recently sold. I've never had any problems. Lighter than XT's too. C __________________ ShinKen: OOhhh helLSS YEsS!~!!! JoeTruth: As far as I'm concerned, I could really care less. Just ride your damn bike and STFU already

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08-06-2007, 07:58 PM	#3 (permalink)
Rob STR Veteran	I much prefer Shimano cranks over Race Face. Race face duece rings are pretty nice though. I just don't link the way you install the crank arms. Should have the crank arm clamp onto the spindle like Shimano does, not just a bolt that holds it all together that you have to rely on to stay tight. Shimano IMO has much better quality control as well. I was checking out Nashbar's summer sale flyer and they have 960 XTR cranks for 225 plus free shipping. I can't even get them for that price through the shop.

09-01-2007, 05:26 PM	#7 (permalink)
auger Junior Member	I have them on on my Racer X and SJ FSR pro no problems and I would buy them again. I think a lot of the issues that some have had is that were not installed correctly. To properly seat them it takes a 60ft lb or so of torque.

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