Praxis Works Wave Direct Mount chainring

Tough enough for Enduro, Downhill, and also weight conscious for XC riding, Praxis MTN Wave™ rings are machined from 7075 T6 aluminum and hard anodized to take a beating. Licensed and developed in conjunction with Mountain Racing Products, the Wave™ pattern tooth profile applies alternating lateral force to each chain link to actively retain the chain to the ring – going beyond narrow/wide implementations that rely solely on friction, while allowing room for mud, debris, and grit to escape. The Wave™ design also wears more slowly than competing designs by spreading the load over larger surface areas.

Features

• Praxis Direct Mount MTB cranks or 3-Bolt SRAM MTB cranks compatible.
• Machined from 7075-T6 aluminum and Hard Anodized.
• Hard Black Anodizing for tooth protection and durability.
• Wave™ Tech tooth profile.
• 10/11/12S SRAM compatible.
• Must be used with a ‘CLUTCH’ type rear derailleur. Example: Shimano Shadow or SRAM Type 2.
• In very rough terrain, or just for security, is recommended the use of an upper guide.
• Real weight: 70 g (32T), 72 g (34T), 83 g (36T).

Technology

Wave™ Tech 1X
Designed with analysis of drivetrain friction, the Wave™ tooth actively engages the chain but generates much less  wear than competing designs — spreading the load over large surface areas instead. The Wave™ tooth pattern swings right to left alternating lateral force to each chain link to actively retain the chain. This design creates more open areas for mud and debris evacuation and preserves chain retention in adverse conditions.
These Wave™ Tech rings are machined from 7075-T6 aluminum and Hard Anodized to take a beating. Tough enough for Enduro, Downhill, and also weight conscious for XC and Cyclocross riding.