Cinch Flat Top Chainring

What Our Gearhead® Experts Are Saying:

"I like how precise this chainring feels under load. The chain engagement is firm without being noisy, and it’s held up well through muddy CX races and long gravel rides. Installation is quick with the direct mount interface, making gearing swaps easy depending on the course or route."

We look to the Race Face Direct Mount 1X Chainring when we’re building or refining a modern gravel, cyclocross, or road 1X drivetrain. Engineered to meet the demands of SRAM Flattop 12-speed systems, this chainring uses a revised narrow-wide tooth profile that improves roller engagement and reduces the chance of chain slip when pedaling hard through rough sections. The result is smoother power delivery and greater drivetrain confidence across mixed terrain.

The direct mount design eliminates unnecessary hardware, increasing stiffness while keeping weight to a minimum. Race Face shapes each tooth with a directional profile rather than a traditional symmetrical design, allowing the chain to seat more securely as torque increases. Multiple chainring sizes make it easy to fine-tune gearing for fast race courses, rolling gravel, or endurance-focused road setups.

For riders committed to the simplicity and reliability of a 1X drivetrain, the Race Face Direct Mount 1X Chainring is a smart, purpose-built upgrade that prioritizes chain security, efficiency, and compatibility with today’s 12-speed systems.