absoluteBLACK
absoluteBLACK is a family-owned, rider developed company. Their design office is based in London, UK, and their products are manufactured at their products and dispatch facility in Opole, Poland from German raw material, then skillfully anodized in the United Kingdom. Because of their attention to detail, they're proud to produce bicycle parts what an unbeatable combination of styling, performance, and precision.
absoluteBLACK is passionate about creating light and durable bicycle parts that look as good as they preform. Every part they create is designed with riders like you in mind. They use cutting-edge 3D CAD software for optimum accuracy, giving them the freedom to create beautiful yet remarkably rugged parts that are made to last. Their fully integrated FEA system enable them to analyze and optimize every design to minimize mass and maximize strength. Every prototype is rigorously tested for endurance before going to the pro riders for performance testing. They continually refine all of their part until they're satisfied that they are the most attractive, highest quality, and most advanced bicycle parts available - and at a competitive price.
Mountain Chainrings
1X Narrow/Wide - All Mountain Chainrings are designed with a Narrow/Wide tooth profile for optimal chain retention on any terrain, for 1X use only. But, that doesn't mean you can't use a 1X ring on your 2X crank, just check our available rings for compatibility
Oval - Oval chainrings improve the efficiency of your pedal stroke, as well as increase traction and climbing abilities - Ranging from 10.2-14.4% ovality, depending on the crank's mounting options
Round - If oval isn't for you, no worries! absoluteBLACK also offers round Mountain Chainrings for a majority of applications
Direct Mount - For the cleanest and lightest 1x chainring setup - Available for CaneCreek, Cannondale, E*Thirteen, Raceface, and SRAM cranks
On-Spider - Available for 104/64bcd, 76bcd, 94bcd SRAM, and XT M8000 / M700 & XTR M9000
Road Chainrings
Oval - Oval chainrings improve the efficiency of your pedal stroke, as well as increase traction and climbing abilities - Ranging from 10.2-14.4% ovality, depending on the crank's mounting options
Round - If oval isn't for you, no worries! absoluteBLACK also offers round Mountain Chainrings for a majority of applications
Premium - The lightest, most Aesthetically pleasing Road Chainrings from absoluteBLACK. The extra machining on the Premium rings not only makes them look amazing, but also reduces weight
Winter / Standard - The same material as our Premium rings, just less machining. This results in a less expensive, easier to clean chainring that's 30% heavier - Great for those winter training miles
1X Narrow/Wide - The same narrow/wide tooth profile as our mountain rings for optimal chain retention in all conditions. Available in Direct Mount for SRAM cranks. For other road applications, please see our Cyclocross Chainrings
2X - Designed with smooth angled surfaces to help the chain slide quickly and precisely between chainrings. absoluteBLACK outer oval chainrings have 6 up-shifting ramps, for easy and quick gear change, even under load. Instead of steel shifting pins we use a CNC machined "ramp and recess" solution. Special raised ramps work in conjunction with the tooth recesses to stabilize the chain when shifting. Each outer chainring also features 12 down-shifting points. Our oval chainrings DO NOT require any modification to the (standard) front dérailleur in order to work properly
On Spider - Available for Shimano 6800 / 9000 110x4bcd, Shimano R8000 / 9100 110x4, 110x5bcd, 130x5bcd, and SRAM 22 Hidden Bolt cranks
Cyclocross / Gravel Chainrings
1X - The same narrow/wide tooth profile as our mountain rings for optimal chain retention for when the path gets bumpy.
Direct Mount - For the cleanest and lightest 1X chainring - Available for CaneCreek, Easton, and SRAM Direct Mount Cranks
On Spider - Available for Shimano 6800 / 9000 110x4bcd, Shimano R8000 / 9100 110x4, 110x5bcd, and 130x5bcd cranks
Chain Guides / Bash Guards
Chain Guides - For when you need that extra bit of confidence in your chain, whether using round or OVAL rings. absoluteBLACK is the ONLY chain guide designed with oval rings in mind - meaning your chain is safe regardless of the crank's position. Available for ISCGO5, E-Type, and High Direct Mount applications
Bash Guards - If you can't float over it, bash it - without the fear of damaging your chain and chainring. Available ICGO5 and 104bcd applications
Chain Catcher - For the extra piece of mind, whether on the road bike or the cross bike.
Cassette Cogs
Cassette Extender - For riders who need that one extra bit of "umph" on the climb
Single Speed - Bringing the Narrow/Wide tooth profile from the chainring to the sprocket, for the ultimate chain retention on a single speed.
Accessories
Grips - Dual Color Silicone grips enhance grip and comfort in difficult conditions.