[mantispf2000]

I know there's a reason SRAM/Shimano/Box are the big 3 of gearing, and as much as I want to run one of these groups, I also have many projects around the house that need/must be done.

I was reading about that small company, MicroShift, and their Advent group, and noticed they offer an 11-42 9speed cog group for a low, low investment. I figure what's the harm in trying?

Am I that stupid, or that cheap, or a combo of both??

 

[jonKranked]

i've read about their offerings and it's definitely something that caught my attention. if i needed to replace my drivetrain on a super tight budget i'd definitely consider.

the pinkbike review is also very positive. the tl;dr version is that it works better than it should for the price.

https://www.pinkbike.com/news/review-microshifts-125-advent-drivetrain.html

 

[jonKranked]

the obvious disclaimer is that the weight isn't as low as the shimano / sram compeitors (SLX & NX respectively, but those also cost more) but for the price it sounds like it functions really well and is very durable.

 

[canadmos]

Its interesting, but who really knows how it works and whatnot?

Shimano SLX or Deore is already pretty damn cheap.

 

[jonKranked]

Its interesting, but who really knows how it works and whatnot?

pinkbike does, based on the review i posted.

 

[6thElement]

I'd definitely hunt to see what I could put together in a cheap 11 speed system via eBay etc first.

Those cassette gaps stretching 9 speed up to a 42 could get annoying.

 

[johnbryanpeters]

I know there's a reason SRAM/Shimano/Box are the big 3 of gearing, and as much as I want to run one of these groups, I also have many projects around the house that need/must be done.

I was reading about that small company, MicroShift, and their Advent group, and noticed they offer an 11-42 9speed cog group for a low, low investment. I figure what's the harm in trying?

Am I that stupid, or that cheap, or a combo of both??

I have been using Microshift on the Moonlander since the spring of 2013 ant they have worked well and been reliable.

 

[rockofullr]

One of my buddies is running that stuff. Seems to work. No complaints.

 

[slyfink]

only consideration would be your derailleur. can it handle the spread? are you planning on going 1x9? are you using a long cage derailleur? (SGS vs SG)?

 

[mantispf2000]

Starting with the cassette, then will go from there. I do appreciate the input.....


Cassette arrived, installed on wheel, started adjusting derailleur, only to find out I do need one of those hanger extenders. One's ordered, so we'll see from there.