{"id":47475,"date":"2023-03-22T13:55:08","date_gmt":"2023-03-22T12:55:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bikeradar.com\/?p=720947"},"modified":"2023-03-22T14:35:38","modified_gmt":"2023-03-22T13:35:38","slug":"trp-says-no-to-electronic-groupsets-with-new-evo12-mechanical-drivetrain","status":"publish","type":"rss_feed","link":"https:\/\/c01.purpledshub.com\/cyclingplus\/rss_feed\/trp-says-no-to-electronic-groupsets-with-new-evo12-mechanical-drivetrain\/","title":{"rendered":"TRP says no to electronic groupsets with new EVO12 mechanical drivetrain"},"content":{"rendered":"

New premium mechanical groupset flies in the face of wider trends <\/p>

By Jack Luke\n \t\t<\/p>

Published: Wednesday, 22 March 2023 at 12:00 am<\/p>

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TRP EVO is a new mechanical 1x mountain bike drivetrain pitched as a premium option, going toe-to-toe with the likes of SRAM XO and Shimano XTR.<\/p>\n

The outgoing TRP TR12 groupset<\/a> only comprised a shifter and derailleur.<\/p>\n

However, in a first for TRP, Tektro\u2019s premium arm, EVO is available as a full groupset, including a new crankset<\/a> and cassette<\/a>.<\/p>\n

The groupset is available in either 7-speed (EVO7) or 12-speed (EVO12) options.<\/p>\n

The 12-speed groupset is designed as an all-rounder option for enduro or trail riding. Like SRAM\u2019s similar XO1 DH drivetrain, the 7-speed groupset is designed specifically for downhill racing<\/a>.<\/p>\n

The groupset will cost $1,343 for its cheapest spec and is expected to launch in April.<\/p>\n

TRP\u2019s first full groupset<\/h2>\n
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The crankset is available in either carbon or alloy options.<\/span><\/figcaption> TRP<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n

Previously, TRP focused solely on brakes and limited drivetrain components. But the new cassette and crankset see the brand release its first full groupset.<\/p>\n

The crankset uses a 30mm spindle and is available in either forged alloy or carbon options.<\/p>\n

TRP has licensed MRP\u2019s Wave<\/a> tooth profile for the 1x chainrings used with the crankset. The drivetrain is also designed to use a third-party KMC X12 chain.<\/p>\n

A single 10-52t cassette is available. The 10 lower cogs are machined from steel. The two largest are made from aluminium. This mounts onto a Shimano Micro Spline freehub<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Updated shifter ergonomics and a stiffer derailleur<\/h2>\n
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The ergonomics of the shifter and the derailleur construction have been updated.<\/span><\/figcaption> TRP<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n

TRP says the rear derailleur<\/a> body and pivots have been strengthened. This is claimed to improve shift accuracy compared to the outgoing TR12 derailleur.<\/p>\n

The Hall Lock is a feature unique to TRP drivetrains. Activating this locks a band clamp around the main mounting bolt of the derailleur. This prevents the derailleur from pivoting in rough terrain, which can exacerbate chain slap.<\/p>\n

Deactivating it enables the derailleur to move freely, making for easier wheel swaps.<\/p>\n

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The new rear derailleur is a step up, aesthetically and mechanically, from the outgoing TR12 \u2018drivetrain\u2019.<\/span><\/figcaption> Alex Evans<\/i><\/span><\/div>\n

TRP has also updated the ergonomics of its shifter. The downshift lever can be adjusted to shift between one to five gears, depending on user preference.<\/p>\n

The groupset will be on show at Sea Otter 2023, where further details will be announced.<\/p> <\/body><\/html>\n

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