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More and more riders prefer single chainring drivetrains – they are lighter, more intuitive to use and result in a cleaner cockpit than a 2×10 setup. But if you don’t want to spend your hard earned money on SRAMs expensive XX1- or X01 group, the standard 11 – 36 cassette limits the versatility of your bike. Well, at least until now: The company OneUp provides a 42T sprocket that extends the range of standard SRAM and Shimano cassettes. We took a close look to guide you through its assembly.
The OneUp Components 42t Sprocket
The 71 grams additional weight of the cnc-manufactured aluminium sprocket is invested well, given that it replaces front derailleur, trigger, housings and of course one of the chainrings.
Vinzenz Alutech Fanes already has a short cage derailleur and a single chainring at the front – mounting the 42t sprocket was to improve comfort during uphills.After removing the rear wheel, the next step is dismounting the cassette. You’ll need a chain whip and a lockring remover.To make room for the 42t sprocket, the 17t sprocket has to go.During the first rides with the new cassette combination, we never missed the 17t sprocket.Important: When you are running a Shimano cassette, the alignment of the OneUp sprocket is different than on a SRAM cassette.While we’re at it: The dismantled cassette is easy to clean!After that, we slide the sprockets back on the driver, using some grease. Keep an eye on the right order.Usually the right torque is written on the lockring of the cassette. In our case it’s 40 NM.In no time the OneUp 42t sprocket is mounted and the rear wheel ready for a ride again!After installing the wheel again, it’s now time to setup the derailleur.It’s especially important to correctly set up the end limiter and the tensioning screw – otherwise the chain is in danger of falling of and getting stuck between spokes and sprocket!Race-Ready: The 10-speed cassette in combination with a short cage derallieur and a XX1-spider on the X0 2-ring crank provide enough pedaling comfort.
The first impression of the cassette after assembling and a few rides is quite positive! Upgrading your existing cassette is easy and enables most of the advantages of a 1x-chainring drivetrain at a fraction of the XX1s costs. In regards to shifting performance, we weren’t able to notice any disadvantages compared to an untuned setup – the OneUp Components 42t sprocket is a good buy!
