Sram Chainring Quarq Force 12 Speed 50/37 Thread Mount Black
Shipping Info
Shipping normally takes 3-5 business days. We don't ship on weekends or public holidays.
We offer flat-rate shipping in South Africa. We also offer local pickup from our stores around Cape Town.
International orders carry a minimum spend of R5,500, and takes 7-30 business days to arrive depending on customs.
Bike Size Guide
Choosing the right bike size can be overwhelming, click here to view the general size guide to make things a little bit easier.
Financing Options
Get the bike you want now and pay later with Yonda and Rola Bicycle Finance.
Easy application, fast approval, and tailored repayment plans.
Ride now, pay your way.
????♂️ What it is
The SRAM Thread Mount Chainrings 50/37T are:
- the front gears on your bike
- mounted directly to the crank spider using SRAM’s Thread Mount system
???? This is what determines your gearing (how hard/easy it is to pedal at speed or on climbs)
⚙️ Key specs explained
⚙️ 50/37T gearing
- 50T (big ring) → speed, flats, descents
- 37T (small ring) → climbing, endurance
???? Compared to traditional setups:
- slightly more compact than 52/36
- good balance for:
- climbing
- long rides
- mixed terrain
???? Thread Mount interface
- Screws directly onto the spider (no bolts)
???? Benefits:
- lighter
- stiffer
- cleaner design
???? But:
- requires a special removal tool
⛓️ 12-speed compatible (Flattop chain)
- Designed for modern SRAM AXS drivetrains
???? Must use:
- SRAM Flattop chain
???? Aluminum construction
- Durable and precise shifting
???? Slightly heavier than carbon rings, but:
- more robust
- better wear resistance
???? Important compatibility insight (this matters)
There’s a big distinction:
- RED XPLR AXS power meter → 1x only
- These chainrings (50/37) → 2x setup
???? So:
❗ These will NOT work with the XPLR 1x power meter you looked at earlier
If you want:
- 1x → single chainring (XPLR)
- 2x → these chainrings + different spider
????♂️ How it feels on the bike
With 50/37 gearing:
- ???? good top-end speed
- ⛰️ easier climbing than race gearing
- ???? smoother cadence control
???? Ideal for:
- endurance rides
- rolling terrain
- mixed conditions
???? How it fits your setup
With your other components:
- Crank arms (SRAM Force) → structure
- Chainrings (this) → gearing
- Power meter → data
???? Together = your drivetrain system
⚠️ Things to consider
- ❗ Requires SRAM Thread Mount tool
- ❗ Must match your drivetrain (AXS 12-speed)
- ❗ Not compatible with XPLR 1x setup
???? Bottom line
The SRAM Thread Mount 50/37T chainrings are:
- ⚙️ versatile 2x gearing option
- ???? great for mixed terrain and endurance
- ???? stiff and efficient with thread-mount design
- ⚠️ only for 2x AXS setups
