The TA Specialite MTB chainring with a 94mm bolt circle and 5 arms.

Cranksets with the Compact MTB bolt pattern were manufactured from around 1995 to 2000. This bolt pattern replaced the previously standard 74/110 bolt pattern and reduced the standard tooth range of chainrings to 22 to 44 teeth.

Even though almost all new mountain bike cranksets are now manufactured with a 4-bolt chainring mount, TA Specialite continues to supply chainrings for almost all older models. Please note that on some Shimano IG cranksets from the LX and XT series, the large chainring is riveted to a spider. Only original Shimano chainrings can be fitted to these cranksets.

These chainrings are compatible with 8-, 9- and 10-speed cranksets

You can achieve a wide range of gear ratios with these chainrings. The range extends from 20 to 50 teeth for compact chainrings. TA Specialite also offers chainring sizes that are rarely found, such as 29, 40 and 50 teeth.

Please note that the difference in tooth count between individual chainrings should not exceed 12 teeth. Otherwise, you will have to accept compromises in shifting performance. For chainring setups with a largest chainring of 46 teeth or more, please use Shimano XT front derailleurs with a compatible cage.

Herstellerinformation: Spécialités T.A., 41 bis rue de Laon, 02150 Sissonne, France, https://specialites-ta.com/