Hey guys, I bent the stock derailleur on the ECells Five Star and did some research and ended up upgrading the drivetrain to an 8 speed setup with a clutched derailleur. This significantly cuts down on chain slap and results in a much quieter and smoother ride. I would rate this upgrade 5 stars!

Parts used in this video
MicroShift Acolyte Derailleur = https://amzn.to/3UQJQup
MicroShift Acolyte Shifter = https://amzn.to/3UWUxeM
8 Speed 1136 tooth freewheel = https://amzn.to/3QU5xIU
Casette Freewheel removal tool = https://amzn.to/4bvlI7x

Link to buy your very own Five Star if you are interested!
https://ecells.com/?ref=CUIJATyx0BNXbw
100 dollar off coupon code = CHIT100

Chainstay Protector = https://amzn.to/4avK9k7

Bike Gear I use
Fanttik X8 Portable Pump = https://amzn.to/3uE44hK
Retrospec Remi Bike Helmet = https://amzn.to/3wxGyUl
Crank Brothers Multi Tool = https://amzn.to/3Vj5ysI
Turbo Spoke Bicycle Muffler System = https://amzn.to/3IjUfZN
Glat Out Tire Sealant = https://amzn.to/3vlNx2f
52 Tooth Front Chainring = https://amzn.to/48IdBT7'>https://amzn.to/48IdBT7
46 Tooth Front Chainring = https://amzn.to/48IdBT7'>https://amzn.to/48IdBT7 (RED VERSION, BLACK IS CURRENTLY OUT OF STOCK)
1134 Cassette/Freewheel = https://amzn.to/3UOoHm2
Park Tool Freewheel Remover = https://amzn.to/3wxooBS

Camera Gear
DJI Osmo Action 4 = https://amzn.to/3wXwvZ3
DJI Wireless Mic 2 = https://amzn.to/43nwY2B
Ulanzi 57 Inch Selfie Tripod = https://amzn.to/3ve14ZM
Chest Mount Harness for Camera = https://amzn.to/3IHle1k