SRAM X Sync 2 Eagle 12 Speed Direct Mount Chainring

It's no surprise that with the launch of its ground breaking one by 12 speed Eagle drivetrain, SRAM also introduces a reworking of its X Sync chainrings. Building on the original X Sync's renowned chain retention ability, the X Sync 12 Speed Direct Mount Chainring changes things up with claims of even better chain control. As with the original design, each tooth is CNC machined to support the chain's inner and outer link widths by providing a variable thickness from tooth to tooth, so the chain and chainring essentially lock together as you pedal and push away mud with ease. The departure in design lies in the tooth shape. Where the original X Sync teeth took on a boxy shape, X Sync 2 is narrower to accommodate the 12 speed Eagle chain and features teeth that more closely resemble those of a shark. Boasting aggressive profiling, these teeth hold the chain securely in place like a megaton aquatic predator latching onto a precisely thrown oxygen tank, then let it to glide seamlessly back to the cassette for smooth, friction free turns. The beauty of this new profile isn't just in its chain retention ability. It mimics the wear profile seen in the original X Sync teeth for increased durability, and it features specific edge shaping to prevent chain suck over time. The direct mount interface also makes swapping out rings a breeze, giving quick flexibility to adapt to different shapes of terrain.