Race Face Era Chainring
Best durable upgrade for mountain bikers seeking long-lasting, quiet performance.
This hybrid design finally solves the durability problem of lightweight drivetrain components by mating steel teeth to a carbon spider. You get the featherweight feel of an alloy ring with the rugged, quiet longevity of steel, effectively ending the cycle of constant replacements.
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Race Face
Who it's for
- Riders seeking long-term investment protection and peace of mind
- Aggressive mountain bikers needing reliable chain security on rough trails
- Cyclists prioritizing a cohesive, high-end aesthetic for their drivetrain
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious riders looking for cost-effective drivetrain upgrades
- Weight-obsessed racers chasing every gram of performance
- Owners of non-Race Face cranksets using different mounting standards
Performance breakdown
Wear resistance
Stainless steel teeth offer durability that vastly outperforms standard aluminum rings.
Weight efficiency
Carbon spider construction keeps the overall weight competitive with pure alloy options.
Installation ease
The CINCH system makes swapping rings quick, intuitive, and completely hassle-free.
Drivetrain noise
Hybrid construction dampens vibrations for a noticeably quieter ride on trail.
Structural rigidity
Co-molded carbon spider provides immense stiffness under high-torque pedaling loads.
Chain longevity
Precision tooth profile helps maintain chain health and slows premature stretching.
Key Specs
Crank Compatibility
CINCH direct mount cranks
Chain Compatibility
SHI12 - Shimano 12-speed HG+ chains only | NW - other modern 10, 11 and 12-speed chains
Chainline
DM - 52mm (with RF136 spindle) | DMW - 55mm (with RF136 spindle)
Material
Stainless steel teeth. 7075 aluminum CINCH interface. Carbon fiber spider.
Ring Style
Direct Mount
Weight
83g
Weight Conditions
32T, DMW
Chainring Offset
DM - 3mm, DMW - 0mm
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