There are 96 products.
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New product -45%Square taper bottom bracket Shimano Altus 116 mm- €6.04
- €10.99
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New product -10%Sram chain 10s PC1130- €22.49
- €24.99
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New productSunrace CNQ10 quick connect for chain 10s- €1.90
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New product -25%9s chain KMC X9- €11.96
- €15.95
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New product -25%Stronglight chainring 94 mm 8 9 speed- €20.03
- €26.70
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New product -60%Grip shift Sram MRX comp- €7.20
- €18.00
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New product -25%Chain quick connect Sram 11 speed power lock- €3.15
- €4.20
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New product -25%Chain quick connect Sram 12 speed Eagle power lock- €3.15
- €4.20
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New product -18%10s chain Taya DECA-101- €20.49
- €24.99
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New product -25%Bicycle chain 10s GPA Cycles- €20.21
- €26.95
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New product -30%10s chain bbb BCH-102L114 links- €24.49
- €34.99
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New product -45%Cassette 7s MTB 12-32 Sram PG-730- €10.42
- €18.95
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New productQuick connect Sram Powerlink chain 8s- €2.90
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New productShifter 7 speed Shimano Altus- €15.99
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New product -36%Shimano GRX ST-RX400 shifter disc- €99.17
- €154.95
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Shimano Ultegra ST-R8020 shifter 11s disc
- €79.99
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New product -28%Shifter Shimano XT DI2 SW-M8050- €89.96
- €124.95
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New product -20%Left grip shift Shimano Tourney SL-RS47- €9.59
- €11.99
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New product -35%Left shifter Shimano SL-R4700- €32.49
- €49.99
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UsedSram MRX left shifter 3 speed- €3.99
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New product -22%Grip shifts Shimano Tourney SL-RS35 3x7s- €13.64
- €17.49
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New product -38%Shimano chain 11s CN-HG701-11 116 links- €30.94
- €49.90
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New productShifter Shimano Deore XT SL-M8000-IR I-SPEC 2 11s- €39.99
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New productShifter shimano SL-RS43 8 gears- €4.99
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New productShimano Dura-ace 7801 Ultegra 6600 10s chain rivet- €2.10
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UsedFront derailleur SLX FD-M7020- €9.99
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UsedSram Truvativ X9 crank- €18.99
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UsedShifter Sram X0 11s- €48.99
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UsedShifter Sram XX1 11s- €48.99
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New product30 teeth chainring Shimano 94 mm 11 speed- €24.90
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New product -45%Cassette 8s Sunrace 12-32- €22.52
- €40.95
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UsedSram NX Eagle crankset 12s 175 mm used- €48.99
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New product -40%Sram NX Eagle crankset 12s 175 mm- €77.99
- €129.99
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New product -48%Shimano Claris ST-2400-R right shifter 8s- €60.31
- €115.99
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New product -37%Right shifter Shimano Deore SL-M6100 12s- €28.97
- €45.99
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New product -45%12s chain Campagnolo Chorus 108 links- €24.20
- €44.00
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New product -50%Left shifter Shimano XTR SL-M9000-L- €66.97
- €133.95
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New product -40%Sram GX rear derailleur 11s- €84.00
- €140.00
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New product -25%Right shifter Shimano Metrea SL-U5000-R 11s- €71.24
- €94.99
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New product -53%Left shifter Shimano XT SL-M780-B-IL- €25.38
- €53.99
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New product -35%Shimano Claris SL-R2000 shifters 2x8s- €60.45
- €93.00
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New product -43%Shimano SLX CS-M7100 cassette 12s 10-45- €79.79
- €139.99
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New productShimano lever guard shims Ultegra 6700 105 5700- €3.49
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New product -60%Carbon cranks boot Race Face Sram Shimano grey- €6.00
- €14.99
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New product -50%Shimano Dura-ace XTR 11s HG901 chain- €31.50
- €62.99
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UsedRace Face Deus XC crankset 175 mm triple- €24.99
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UsedSram Red 22 2x11s shifters used- €239.99
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New product -35%Grip shift microshift M25-5 5s- €7.79
- €11.99
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New productShimano chainring 26 teeth 64 mm 9 speed black- €15.99
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New productRight crank Shimano Deore LX FC-T671 175 mm 26, 36 and 48 teeth- €69.99
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New productLeft crank Shimano Deore LX FC-T661 170 mm- €24.99
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UsedSram GX rear derailleur used- €22.99
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New product -30%11 speed chain KMC X11SL Ti N gold 118 links- €52.49
- €74.99
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New product -37%Right shifter Shimano Tiagra SL-R4700 10s for flat handlebar- €39.37
- €62.49
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UsedLeft crank 170 mm- €4.99
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UsedLeft grip shift used- €3.99
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UsedGrip shift Sram 8 speed used- €3.99
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New product -28%Shimano Nexus SB-8S20 8s grip shift- €34.52
- €47.95
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New productChain quick release Shimano 11s- €8.99
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New product -22%Grip shifts Shimano Tourney SL-RS35 3x6s- €12.08
- €15.49
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New product -15%10s chain YBN SFL-H10 116 links- €29.74
- €34.99
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New product -30%Shimano Tiagra ST-4700 left shifter double- €97.29
- €138.99
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New product -29%Shimano Alivio SL-M3100 shifters 2 x 9s- €29.81
- €41.99
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UsedRear derailleur shimano slx 11s- €29.99
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New product -30%E-bike Shimano chain 10s CN-E6090-10- €38.49
- €54.99
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New product -40%Sram chain 10s PC1071- €26.99
- €44.99
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UsedVintage stronglight crankset 170 mm- €24.99
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UsedCampagnolo Athena 8/9s brake lever- €7.99
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UsedShimano SL-RS35 right shifter 6 speed- €4.99
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New productLeft shifter Shimano Tiagra SL-R4600 for 2 chainrings- €19.99
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New productChainring Shimano 26 teeth 64 mm- €7.99
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UsedCampagnolo Veloce shifter- €29.99
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New product -40%9s 11-32 cassette Shimano HG50- €19.79
- €32.99
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New productTA Blade chainring single 41 teeth 104 mm- €29.99
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UsedGrip shift Sram MRX Comp 6s used- €3.49
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New productShimano Nexus SL-3S42E 3s trigger shifter- €9.99
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UsedSram Red right brake lever- €9.99
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UsedShimano steel chainring 32 teeth 9 speed 104 mm- €7.99
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New productChainring 32 teeth 9 speed 104 mm- €18.99
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New productTA Chinook chainring 22 teeth 8/9 speed 58 mm- €19.99
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New product -15%Shimano 10s chain rivet- €3.48
- €4.10
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New productChainring 36 teeth 9 speed 104 mm- €9.90
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New productChainring 22 teeth 9 speed 64 mm- €4.55
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UsedShimano 22 teeth chainring 9 speed 64 mm- €4.99
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New productCap for right shifter Shimano 105 ST-5700 10s- €7.99
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New productStronglight 30 teeth chainring 74 mm 9/10 speed- €14.90
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New product -35%Sram X7 PG1050 cassette 10s 11-32- €55.24
- €84.99
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Square taper bottom bracket Shimano BB-UN55
- €16.99
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Shimano MT500 chainring 40 teeth 96 mm 10 speed
- €20.19
- €32.99
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Praxis works 32 teeth direct mount chainring
- €29.99
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Shimano chainring 28 teeth 64 mm 9 speed black
- €15.99
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Left grip shift Shimano Revoshift SL-RS31
- €6.92
- €10.99
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Chainring 54 teeth Stronglight vintage 86 mm
- €18.99
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Shimano SLX FD-M671 front derailleur 3x10s
- €25.99
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Right shifter Shimano Tiagra SL-R440 9s for flat handlebar
- €9.99
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Front derailleur Shimano 105
- €15.99
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A touring bike's drivetrain is designed to offer a wide gear range, allowing you to cope with uphills, downhills and varied surfaces with added load. It must be reliable, durable and easy to maintain, because it is subject to long distances and often difficult conditions.
Constitution and Particularities of a Touring Bike Transmission
1. Cranks and Bottom Bracket
- Types:
- Triple chainring: Very common in touring, with three chainrings (for example, 48-36-26 teeth), it offers a wide range of speeds, ideal for steep climbs with a loaded bike.
- Double chainring: Can also be used to lighten the drivetrain, but it often requires a cassette with a wide gear range to compensate.
- Single chainring: Rare in touring, but some light travelers or bikepackers can opt for a single chainring combined with a very stepped cassette. This simplifies the transmission, but reduces the gear range.
- Materials:
- The cranks are often made of aluminum, to combine strength and lightness.
- Steel is sometimes used for “adventure” oriented bikes because of its durability.
2. Front and Rear Derailleur:
- Rear derailleur: A sturdy model with a long cage is recommended, as it allows the use of large cassettes, increasing the gear range.
- Front derailleur: For multi-chainring drivetrains, a durable front derailleur that can handle chainring changes well is essential. It is often made of steel or aluminum to resist wear.
- Compatibility: The touring transmission is often compatible with wide cassettes (up to 36 or even 42 teeth) for climbs. Touring-oriented models support 8, 9 or 10 speed chains equally well, because they are slightly wider and more robust than 11 or 12 speed chains.
3. Cassette:
- Number of speeds: Touring bikes often use 8, 9, or 10-speed cassettes because they are sturdy and easier to maintain. An 11-speed cassette may be considered for more modern drivetrains, but at the cost of durability.
- Speed range: Cassettes with a wide range (11-32, 11-34 or even 11-40 teeth) allow you to maintain a good pedaling cadence both uphill and downhill.
- Durability: The cassette must be designed to withstand long journeys, with steel sprockets to limit wear.
4. Chain:
- Chain type: 8 to 10 speed chains are preferred for their resistance, because they are a little wider and less susceptible to wear than those with 11 or 12 speeds.
- Coatings: Some chains have anti-corrosion coatings, essential for long rides and in all weather conditions.
- Maintenance: For hiking, the chain must be maintained regularly and, ideally, be compatible with quick-links, allowing easy repair in the event of breakage.
5. Derailleur Shifters:
Types:
- Frame levers: Simple and reliable, they allow manual control which is appreciated for hiking, as they are less prone to breakdowns.
- Handlebar shifters (STI or Rapidfire type): More ergonomic for riders used to quick changes, they are common on modern touring bikes.
- Friction shifters: Some travelers prefer friction shifters for their simplicity and compatibility with several types of transmissions, especially in the event of an improvised repair.
6. Specific Options:
- Integrated Gear Hub: Some touring bikes opt for integrated gear hubs (like Rohloff or Shimano Alfine), which offer a wide range of speeds while minimizing maintenance. They are very durable, but can be expensive.
- Belt Drive: The belt is an alternative to the chain because it is very durable, quiet and requires little maintenance. However, it is mainly compatible with hubs with integrated gears and requires a specific frame.
Major Brands Specializing in Touring Bike Transmissions
1. Shimano:
- Featured products: Shimano Deore, Deore XT groupsets, and the Alfine hub.
- Special features: Shimano offers a wide range of components for touring, including robust and versatile drivetrains, as well as reliable integrated hubs for long-distance touring.
2.SRAM:
- Flagship products: SRAM GX, SRAM X5, X7 for classic drivetrains, and SRAM NX for single-chainring options.
- Special features: SRAM offers high-performance and robust transmissions, very popular for rough terrain. Their shifters and derailleurs are renowned for their precision.
3. Rohloff:
- Featured product: Rohloff Speedhub hub.
- Special features: This hub is one of the most reliable for long-distance travelers. It offers 14 internal speeds, great durability, and requires very little maintenance. Its high cost is offset by its exceptional longevity.
4. MicroSHIFT:
- Flagship products: Advent X, Centos, and Arsis.
- Special features: MicroSHIFT is renowned for offering components compatible with Shimano and SRAM transmissions, with durability and reliability particularly appreciated when touring, and an often more accessible price.
5. Gates Carbon Drive:
- Featured product: Gates Carbon Drive belt.
- Special features: Gates is the benchmark in belt transmission, which is oil-free, very durable, and quiet. It is ideal for long distance travel with integrated hubs.
6. SunRace:
- Featured products: Shimano and SRAM compatible cassettes and shifters.
- Special features: SunRace offers a robust and affordable alternative for touring cassettes and shifters. They offer wide speed range cassettes, compatible with Shimano systems.
7. Campagnolo:
- Flagship product: Although more geared towards road bikes, Campagnolo offers groupsets suitable for gravel, like Ekar, which can be suitable for light touring.
- Particularities: Known for its lightweight and quality components, Campagnolo remains a more exclusive option in the world of touring bikes.
Conclusion
Touring bike drivetrains require strength, versatility, and a wide gear range. Brands like Shimano and SRAM dominate this market by offering reliable solutions suitable for varied terrain. For cyclists focused on durability and ease of maintenance, integrated hub systems like Rohloff or Gates belts are particularly popular. The choice of a drivetrain will depend on the type of ride and the needs of each rider, with particular attention to ease of repair and component compatibility for long trips.