Eurobike: Sram launches 1x steel chainrings

Practically every user of a 1x11 shifting system knows the problem of wear and tear. If the X-Sync chainring is worn, replacements are relatively expensive. Sram now offers a cheaper and more durable alternative made of steel. These are available with 28, 30 and 32 teeth and all cost the same.

The 1x11 systems are popular precisely because of their simplicity and lightness. However, the wear on the individual sprockets and chainrings is greater than with 2x or 3x systems. The Narrow-Wide-X-Sync chainrings in particular are not cheap. For just 19.99 euros, Sram now offers cheaper, albeit heavier, steel alternatives. These are more resistant.
The steel chainrings are compatible with the 1-speed cranks DM and 94BCD, whereby the 28 mm chainring does not work with 30 mm cranks. This is only available as a direct mount chainring.