Thanks to the experience of the 13-speed Ekar gravel groupset, Campagnolo
has reduced the distance between the sprockets and decreased their
thickness, so as to house an “extra gear” in the same step and offer a
complete set of ratios with a more homogeneous progression since the gear
spacing is now very close.
The journey that led Campagnolo to this solution began last season, when the
new chain and gear sizes were tested and approved by professional cyclists
who used them in training and in competition. Campagnolo’s involvement in
racing and with athletes for the development of products and new solutions
is in the brand’s DNA and has once again been a key part of the innovation
process.
Smooth transitions in the set of ratios and the resulting reduction of jumps
between gears, allow the athlete to maintain the best cadence in every
situation. Being able to manage your effort maximizes performance and
finding the right cadence makes the difference between an effective and
satisfying action and a tiring and disappointing experience. The usual
Campagnolo N3W standard has been adopted as the space of the sprocket
cassette has remained unchanged without the need for a dedicated body.
Four variants will be offered, two of which starting with a 10-teeth sprocket and two starting with an 11-teeth sprocket:
10-29 (10/11/12 - 13-14-15-16-17-18 - 20/23/26/29)
10-33 (10/11/12 - 13-14-15-16-18-20 - 23/26/29/33)
11-32 (11/12/13 - 14-15-16-17-18 - 20/23/26/29/32)
11-36 (11/12/13 - 14-15-16-18-20 - 23/26/29/32/36)