Race Face Era Cinch Crankset
Best durable upgrade for serious mountain bikers seeking premium performance.
This is the carbon crankset for riders who treat their bikes like tools rather than trophies. By reinforcing high-stress areas with stainless steel, it finally solves the durability issues that plague lightweight carbon components. You sacrifice a bit of weight savings, but you gain the peace of mind that your drivetrain won't fail on technical descents.
$523.99
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Who it's for
- Aggressive trail riders seeking carbon weight with aluminum-like toughness
- Performance-focused racers demanding immediate power delivery and efficiency
- Mountain bikers wanting long-term security for their premium components
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious builders looking for the best value-to-weight ratio
- Home mechanics who prefer universal standards and simple maintenance
- Riders with narrow frame shells concerned about bearing longevity
Performance breakdown
Structural Rigidity
Carbon layup delivers exceptional power transfer for aggressive, technical trail riding.
Impact Durability
Reinforced stainless steel wear plate effectively shields against rock strikes.
Weight Efficiency
Impressively light profile that doesn't sacrifice strength for weight savings.
System Versatility
Cinch interface makes swapping rings and spiders incredibly straightforward.
Insert Reliability
Patent-pending design eliminates the common headache of loose pedal inserts.
Drivetrain Compatibility
Broad support for 10 through 12-speed setups ensures future-proof integration.
Key Specs
Crank Arm Length
165mm
Intended Use
Mountain (Trail, All Mountain)
Drivetrain Speed Compatibility
10-Speed, 11-Speed, 12-Speed
Material
Carbon Fiber
Weight
475g
Chainring Mount Type
Direct Mount
Number of Chainrings
1
Spindle Diameter
30mm
Q-Factor
176mm
Boost Compatible
Yes
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