The Ochain R Direct Mount Spider lets the chainring rotate backward instead of staying locked to the crank, so chain forces stop fighting the rear wheel through rough braking and cornering. Riders dial in how much give the spider allows with five external travel settings, from a full Lock to 12 degrees, matching the decoupling to terrain and riding style rather than accepting one fixed feel. Mounting at the crankset instead of further down the drivetrain means that adjustment stays consistent no matter which gear is selected. What Our Gearhead(R) Experts Are Saying:"Rough braking bumps used to kick the bike sideways under me. With the travel dialed in, the rear end stays settled and the bike goes quiet exactly when I need to hear the trail, not the chain."