Have my CX bike, current has Tiagra 9 spd with a compact FSA Gossamer crankset, BSA threaded BB. Will be upgrading to 105 10 spd in the near future, so cranks should be 10spd
I hate the crankset
I would like to put something more rigid and less crap on it, but looking at the lower end of the $$$ scale as the bike’s main use is commuting, wont be anymore CX till next year anyway.
What cranks are nice to ride but not too exxy, compact, 10 spd and have a BSA BB option.
Are you getting a new 105 group but don’t want the 105 crank? Or were you bringing the old gossamer over and looking for a replacement?
If it’s a), I’d just stick with the 105 crank. It’s not the prettiest thing in the world, but will do the job admirably.
If it’s b), I’d hunt down a 105 compact crank.
You are referring to the 105 crank? 105 is not crap by any means.
The 105 crank is virtually the same as Ultegra, Dura Ace, Force or RED in terms of stiffness. If you are noticing deflection of your crank arms or chainrings you must put out a decent wattage!
It has Tiagra 9spd shifters & derailleurs and an FSA Gossamer crankset. I have sitting around 5600 105 shifters and derailleurs, I intend on replacing the Tiagra with the 105 at some point.
I do not like the FSA crankset, and would like to replace it. Sounds like 105 is a good option so I’ll do that.
Yes frame flex is definitely a problem on this bike, and will be the next replacement.
i’ve got FSA energy cranks on the surly, huge difference in stiffness over the standard cranks.
have been having some issues with the stupid end plug though, ended up putting gaffa tape over it (for some reason loctite wasn’t working for me).