New to the G3, the skid and lower guide are combined into one solid structure. By unifying these two parts, MRP have made the portion of the guide most exposed to damage able to take hit after hit. The skid and lower guide also feature a new attachment system, the Swingset. The Swingset system features a pivot at the forward skid mount that allows the skid to swing down for super easy crank and chainring installation. This feature along with the retained and pivoting upper guide allow for quick and frustration-free installation - achievable with just one single 4mm HEX wrench.
Another unique trait of the G3 is adaptability. The G3 is designed to allow the user to easily change out the lower guide to suit preferences and conditions. The user has a choice of running either a sealed-bearing pulley or the new G-slide slider block (included with all G3 guides). Free of moving parts, the G-slide provides quiet, low-resistance performance - especially well suited to muddy conditions and wet climates. Produced from urethane, the G-slide was extensively tested to achieve maximum durability and minimize lost efficiency over the pulley option.
All of these features are bundled into a sub-200g package designed to last season after season.
Features:
Integrated skid protects chainrings and glides over rocks and obstacles (US Patents RE 42,436 / 8,235,849 Patents Pending).
Combined skid and lower guide design increases durability and simplifies installation. (Patent Pending)
Swingset pivoting skid mount for fast and easy crank and chainring installation. (Patent Pending)
Optional G-slide slider block (included with every guide) can replace the lower guide pulley for quiet, dependable operation in muddy and dank conditions
Nylon upper guide features tracked and grooved backplate interface and pivoting faceplate that allows for stable and straightforward installation
Quieting wrap on the upper guide's tail mitigates chain-slap for quiet, muted chain retention performance in even the roughest terrain
No speciality tools needed! All install and adjustment operations possible with just a single 4mm HEX wrench
Bottom Bracket Mounting
Compatible with 8-11 speed drivetrains
For single-ring drivetrains