Wolf Tooth Elliptical 96 BCD Chainring for XTR M9000/M9020 Black / 32t

The Wolf Tooth Elliptical 96 BCD Chainring for Shimano XT and SLX is not only beautifully machined and lightweight but utilises a patented wide-narrow design that is perfectly suited to 1x setups - dropped chains are a thing of the past. Unlock your dream drivetrain configuration and satisfy your inner tweaker.

Bred from ice-cold Minneapolis winters and explicitly designed to work perfectly on anything Shimano XT and SLX cranks this Wolf Tooth 96 BCD Chainring means more time riding and less time fumbling with dropped chains.

In line with Wolf Tooth's guiding ethos of providing unrivalled design innovation reliability and durability this chainring employs a patented Drop-Stop® wide-narrow tooth profile which not only keeps the chain securely in place on single chainring setups but dislodges mud dirt and excess precipitation more efficiently. For additional security in extreme conditions this chainring is best used with a clutch-type rear derailleur.

Synonymous with ultra-high-end custom builds and stalwart steeds alike Wolf Tooth chainrings are machined entirely in-house at Wolf Tooth's HQ in Minnesota USA. The anodised finish and machined lettering that adorn every chainring bear the hallmark of master craftsmanship.

PowerTrac

Wolf Tooth's PowerTrac Elliptical (PTE) design as the name indicates is driven by a concern for power and traction - and crucially for you premised on a wealth of knowledge from precision engineers who also love to ride bikes.

A growing number of riders are converting to elliptical chainrings on 1x setups for the simple reason that they have been demonstrated to improve ride quality.

The idea behind elliptical chainrings can be summarised as follows: biomechanical power output varies throughout a pedal stroke. Positions where power is higher have a larger diameter section of chainring and thus a greater engagement area which translates into greater forward propulsion. At positions where biomechanical power is lower a smaller chainring diameter means greater efficiency in rotation. Overall what this means for you is maximised power output throughout each pedal stroke.

Wolf Tooth notes that elliptical rings also mean steadier torque on the rear wheel as there is less spinning on the downstroke and easier rotation as a result. Steadier torque on the rear wheel gives better traction and sustained momentum - great on tough climbs and through headwinds.

If you're a discerning cyclist looking to invest in a premium-grade chainring that'll outlast its competitors and function perfectly on a 1x set up this is the only way to go.

Key features:

• Patented Drop-Stop® wide-narrow tooth profile for minimised dropped chains
• Perfect for 1x setups
• Machined in-house at Wolf Tooth's HQ in Minnesota USA
• Beautiful anodised finish

Compatibility

• These rings fit on the Shimano XT M8000 and SLX M7000 1x or 2x cranksets
• Use only the stock Shimano XT M8000 or SLX M7000 chainring bolts
• These CAN be mounted to the XTR 9000 series cranks but you will have to use the bolt caps that come with that crankset and you will need to file roughly 1mm off the threaded boss on each bolt cap (they are a little too long and don't allow the ring to be tightened down)
• Wolf Tooth's patented Drop-Stop® wide/narrow tooth profile for the ultimate chain retention and mud shedding ability
• For 1x9 1x10 1x11 and 1x12 drivetrains (including SRAM Eagle):
• Compatible with all 10 11 and 12-speed chains except Shimano 12-speed chains
• If using a 9-speed drivetrain use a 10-speed chain (shifts and works well on a 9-speed drivetrain and fits the ring tighter for better chain retention)

• Chainline - 49mm
• Boost Crankset Chainline - 52 mm
• Must use the stock chainring bolts. The Wolf Tooth chainring bolts are a different size
• Ovality of 10% and timing of 112deg. after TDC (top dead centre)
• Maximum diameter is that of a chainring 2t bigger than the size you order (so be sure there is adequate chainstay clearance!)

When will my order arrive? (excluding Bikes)

Just above the 'Add to basket' button you will see the item availability. We have 3 different availability stock flags on our website which will determine how long an order will take to arrive.

In Stock in Kircaldy Shop
This means that we physically have the item in the shop. If you choose one of our Priority Delivery options then you can expect your order within 1 to 3 working days. If you choose a Non Priority Delivery service you can expect your order within 3 to 5 working days.

In Stock at Supplier
Our stock system is linked in with our suppliers stock system which allows us to offer a wider product range, but does increase the delivery times a little. If you choose one of our Priority Delivery options you can expect the order within 3 to 5 working days. If you choose Non Priority Delivery you can expect the order within 5 to 10 working days, although this is completely determined by the speed of the item coming from our supplier.

Out of Stock
This means that both ourselves and our suppliers are out of stock of the item. Although the website won't allow you to order something with this stock flag you are more than welcome to contact us with the Product ID. We may be able to back order it for you, or at least see if we can provide an estimated restocking date.

If you need an order quicker than this please email us with the product ID to find out if this is possible to avoid disappointment.

What about bikes?

We aim to dispatch all bikes within 5 working days, but during busy periods we may have a few builds in the queue and could take a bit longer. If this is a concern or you need the bike before a certain date then please email us to make sure we can achieve this and avoid any disappointment. We will email you the day of dispatch and you can expect the bike the following day. If you provide a mobile number on your order the courier will also send you a text message 1 hour before delivery so you know exactly what time to expect it.

Who do you use to send orders?

We use Royal Mail for most of your orders unless they are bulky or valuable, in which case we will send the order using DPD. You can also specify DPD at checkout if you prefer to have your item delivered with an hours notice in the form of email or text from the courier.