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True value and performance are found in the Vero series of components. The cranks and handlebars are built to serve the recreational rider well and enhance their riding enjoyment.
Features:
- Material: Cold forged AL6061/T6 crank arms, AL7075 stamped and CNC machined chainrings, Chromoly chainring bolts
- BB interface: JIS
- Finish: Anodized black and Laser graphics
- BCD: 120mm
- Weight: 688 grams
Fsa Vero Compact Crankset Review:
Worth the cash, powerful, strong 11 speed chain, neat finishers….
True Value and Performance
I have been riding this crankset on my commuter for approximately two months now -distance ridden approximately 1,200 miles. I have worn the chain through and the tensioner nuts were very tight when I installed the first chain. I used an old road bike and a repair stand to check the components and I am well pleased. The cranks can be turned by hand a couple of inches – evidence of no side to side play and good bearing seals. The chain moves smoothly over the crank arms with no rubbing. I like the design of the supplied inner rings. I was wary of the square edges thinking an edge would dig into the chain. I have been running a KMC X11-93 chain and have had no issues with shifting. The crank arms are covered in black plastic. This begins to rub off with use but I think this is just normal wear and being exposed to the elements. To sum up – a great crank set with a hidden value – a performance crank set for a recreational price.
Suggestion For Improvement
I have had no problems with the crank set and I would give it five stars except for my suggestion for improvement. Why can’t FSA have their own crank and chainring bolt color to match the crank set? I know that there are cranksets out there that allow for individual color choices – in my opinion this should be standard.
The FSA Gossamer Compact Crankset impresses with great price, comprehensive specifications and performance.
FSA has been around for a long time and is well respected in the cycling industry. They are now offering an entire line of components under one name. This is a great marketing tactic that I have always preferred. When researching a potential product it is not necessary to flip back and forth through different catalogs to find what you want.
The Gossamer crankset is a good example of FSA’s strategy to introduce a product line. This crank set is aimed at riders who want performance and feel a little guilty about buying off the shelf components – good marketing here. The pursuit of weight is always at issue in the cycling industry and the Gossamer crank does not disappoint. It is built quite well with all forged aluminum parts sitting atop cnc-machined chain rings and an integrated plastic chain ring guard. The crank arms are a little long, some may prefer a short crank but this is a personal decision. I like the design and build quality that is reminiscent of a much more expensive component like the Campagnolo Record.
FSA Tempo Triple Review-
FSA has given us a wide range of options with the Tempo series. The triple crank is sturdy and well proportioned, it will serve the recreational rider well. The looks are great in black with its red logo. The crank is stiff from my experience and the finish is top notch for this price point.
Features:
- Material: 6061 T6 aluminum crank arms, double butted with CNC machined 7075 alloy, forged steel fixings.
- Finish: Anodized black and Laser graphics
- Finish: Anodized black and Laser graphics
- BB interface: JIS
- Typical Weight: 676g
The FSA Tempo Triple is built to serve the recreational rider well and enhances his riding enjoyment.
Summary
The FSA Tempo triple crank is a good crank set that comes in at a great price. The finishers and crank arms look great in black with red lettering. This crank is built quite well with all forged aluminum parts sitting atop cnc-machined chain rings and an integrated plastic chain ring guard. The crank arms are a little long, some may prefer a short crank but this is a personal decision. I like the design and build quality that is reminiscent of a much more expensive component like the Campagnolo Record.
FSA Gossamer MegaExo Review-
A high performance crankset for ambitious racers and competition cyclists.
Features:
- Material: Black forged crankarms, CNC machined 7075 alloy chainrings.
- Finish: Anodized black and Laser graphics
- Finish: Anodized black and Laser graphics
- BB interface: JIS
- Typical Weight: 694g
The FSA Gossamer MegaExo is impressive with its high performance and weight advantages.
Summary
I purchased this crank because of the weight specifications. I have ridden it to date for 1,100 km – It is one of the lightest cranksets on the market. I like the look of red, silver and black and the design and performance are top notch. The Megaexo is constructed of forged aluminum crank arms and CNC machined 7075 alloy chainrings. Bar, chain and shifter are not included.
