to SLX or not SLX?

[Science]

Due to wear and tear, i'm about to replace the SLX cranks on my Marin.
Chainreaction has SLX cranks at a great price at the minute, and it is tempting to just get another set in the 2 ring configuration.

So. Should i just get SLX again, or maybe look at some of the alternitive brands?

Currently i run 1x9 with a Surly 34t ring and an MRP guide and no bash. (is an XC/Trail bike)

 

[Geoff Gump]

SLX are pretty damn good at the moment. The 2010 (I think) were stiffer than XT cranks and the arms also weighed less, however XT chainrings still made XT a lighter crankset.

 

[Danny B]

SLX are pretty damn good at the moment. The 2010 (I think) were stiffer than XT cranks and the arms also weighed less, however XT chainrings still made XT a lighter crankset.

Have just upgraded to the SLX double cranks. Great crankset. And you can get it pretty cheap on CRC ATM.

 

[Staunch]

Just got a set of the double ring SLX for my DJ bike (running it SS though).
$120 brand new with BB off CRC, can't fault em, glad I ended up getting them.

 

[3viltoast3r]

I've got SLX cranks on both my bikes at the moment and have no issues with them! Great value for money! For me the main motivating factor (*cough* CRC sale) is that I got a free pair of cranks with new chainrings for an extra $30 bucks.