More power Check. Better traction Definitely. Less shifting Yup. Funky uneven pedal stroke Not with Wolf Tooths PowerTrac Elliptical (PTE) chainrings. Our proprietary design means a slightly less ovalized ring (10%) with less aggressive timing (112) than competitors versions; any change to your pedal stroke is unnoticeable for most riders, but they still provide the POWER and TRACTION benefits inherent to oval chainrings. More power Check. Better traction Definitely. Less shifting Yup. Funky uneven pedal stroke Not with Wolf Tooths PowerTrac Elliptical (PTE) chainrings. Our proprietary design means a slightly less ovalized ring (10%) with less aggressive timing (112) than competitors versions; any change to your pedal stroke is unnoticeable for most riders, but they still provide the POWER and TRACTION benefits inherent to oval chainrings. Additionally, the above provides a smoother, more efficient pedal rotation, which means better TRACTION. Steadier torque on the rear wheel means less spinning out in the Power Zone, while pedaling is easier during the Recovery Zone, so you maintain momentum.