CAMPAGNOLO EKAR 1X13S ULTRA-TORQUE CARBON CRANKSET

The crankset is the heart of the new 1x Ekar system, with its optimised gearing ratios, sensitively spaced across a wide range. The single chainring is simple to use: no front derailleur, significantly reduced weight, with fewer moving parts to collect dirt or clog. This allows the Ekar chrankset to provide high chain security, with no wasteful gearing overlap – perfect for gravel riding and racing. The unidirectional carbon fiber cranks feature a strong, durable 630-grade steel alloy crank axle, following the maxim of smartly mating strength and lightweight material that is employed across the Ekar groupset. Campagnolo's new ProTech™ technology joins the two semi-axles inside the bottom bracket, with a single, oversized bolt. Oversized stainless steel bearing sit on the crank, fixed on the semi-axles, for maximum smoothness and strength – and easily accessible for inspection and maintenance without the requirement to extract the cups. The Campagnolo Ekar crankset is available in four