I need a double chainset for commuting bike. Looking at Shimano 2300 Square Taper

[featherypanda]

I'm looking for a low priced double chainset for my old run-around city bike.

I've seen this Shimano one - http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/Models.aspx?ModelID=40621

.. and noticed the website says it's compatible with 8-speed Hyperglide chains. I have only a 5-speed cassette on my bike and feel I'm happy with just a 10-gear bike for my purposes.

Can anyone say if this chainset will be a good one for me.

Thanks.

 

[mcshroom]

It will be fine. The chain rings will be about the same width as the originals on your bike.

You may need to get a different bottom bracket if the axle length on your new and old chain sets is different.

 

[BSRU]

I'm looking for a low priced double chainset for my old run-around city bike.

I've seen this Shimano one - http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/Models.aspx?ModelID=40621

.. and noticed the website says it's compatible with 8-speed Hyperglide chains. I have only a 5-speed cassette on my bike and feel I'm happy with just a 10-gear bike for my purposes.

Can anyone say if this chainset will be a good one for me.

Thanks.

Rose bikes does the same but cheaper and has more information about it, the axle length required is important information..
http://www.rosebikes.co.uk/article/shimano-crankset-fc-2300/aid:417040