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MTB Reviews > Drivetrain > Cranksets > Race Face Evolve XC
- The evolution of our Evolve XC crank – now featuring our X-Type external bottom bracket system.
- Manufactured from 6066-T6 aluminum, this material is over 30% stronger than 6061.
- Evolve chainrings are built from 7050 aluminum for increased stiffness and impact strength.
- Evolve chainrings feature our patented S.H.I.F.T technology for lighting quick up-shifts.
- Lightweight CrMo spindle.
Race Face Evolve XC Reviews
Description: (from raceface.com)
- The evolution of our Evolve XC crank – now featuring our X-Type external bottom bracket system.
- Manufactured from 6066-T6 aluminum, this material is over 30% stronger than 6061.
- Evolve chainrings are built from 7050 aluminum for increased stiffness and impact strength.
- Evolve chainrings feature our patented S.H.I.F.T technology for lighting quick up-shifts.
- Lightweight CrMo spindle.
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Reviews
on May 23, 2011
(updated 05/23/11) Pros
Stiffness; Strength(Can take a beating); Rigid under my 200lb load; So far, the sealed bearings on the X-type bottom bracket have been smooth. Good construction for the price; I was also told that replacing the Bottom bracket bearings is rather cheap and a snap to do.
Cons
Not the lightest crank around
Review
I bought this as an upgrade to my Race Face Prodigy ISIS crank on my Jamis Dakar XCT, and the X-Type Bottom bracket is smooth. It has been in use since March of 2011. I have bounced the outer ring off of log jams, and hit the crank arms off of many decent sized rocks during some tight singletrack and some downhills, this didn't miss a beat. I have also ridden this crank in some of Michigan's spring snow/sleet and even through some standing water on some decents, and so far so good. It flexes minimally with my 200lb plus frame pressure. I'm happy with it. Periodically, JensonUSA runs some good Race Face Deals.
Pros
Stiff crank. Pretty strong for an xc type crank. Good chainrings. External bottom bracket system provides extra strength
Cons
Mine is creaking, might need to be regreased.
Review
Definitely worth the buy. Wheelworld has a great deal on them.
on May 19, 2009
Pros
solid feel
look great
reasonable price
Overall seem well built
look great
reasonable price
Overall seem well built
Cons
VERY hard to get the cahin out after chainsuck, not much space between the bottom bracket and small chain ring
Review
I bought these for my Giant Trance frame build up. They look good, they don't flex under my 200 lbs and hockey player leg strength and generally I just don't think about them when I ride...which is always a good thing.
Mine came with the bottom bracket, which installed very nicely on my frame and the whole set seems to work well together.
Mine came with the bottom bracket, which installed very nicely on my frame and the whole set seems to work well together.
on October 21, 2008
Pros
Clean construction, nice rings for the money
Cons
A bit on the heavy side. Middle ring chips easily
Review
A decent crank for most people worth the money.
on October 4, 2007
Pros
Burly crank that really transfers power to the rear wheel when you mash those pedals. This crank is a real powerhouse. The forging is pretty coll too.
Cons
None
Review
I recommend this crank to anyone who wants an affordable high quality powerhouse.
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