Wolf Tooth Elliptical Chainring

The elliptical shape effectively reduces your gear size during the 'dead spot' at the top and bottom of your stroke, where your legs are weakest, and increases it during the power phase. This creates a smoother, more consistent feel that helps maintain traction on loose climbs and reduces leg fatigue over long rides.

Yes, this chainring is designed for 1x9, 1x10, 1x11, and 1x12 drivetrains. It is compatible with 10, 11, and 12-speed chains, including SRAM Eagle and Flattop chains, provided your crankset uses a 110 mm BCD 5-bolt mounting pattern.

No, you shouldn't need one. This chainring features a patent-pending asymmetrical narrow-wide tooth profile that is specifically engineered to hold the chain securely in place, even in rough terrain or muddy conditions.

No, this specific model is not compatible with power meters. Because the elliptical shape changes the chain tension throughout the rotation, it can interfere with the strain gauge readings required for accurate power measurement.

Since this is a single-speed chainring designed for 1x drivetrains, it does not affect front shifting performance. For your rear cassette, the elliptical shape does not negatively impact shifting, as the chain remains securely engaged with the teeth throughout the entire rotation.

Wolf Tooth chose this specific ovality and timing to provide the benefits of an elliptical ring—like better traction and smoother power delivery—without the awkward, choppy feeling that some more aggressive oval designs can create. It is designed to feel natural and intuitive after just a few minutes of riding.