Have bike, will travel
Join Date: Feb 2006
Location: Lake Geneva, WI
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Bikes: Ridley Helium SLX, Canyon Endurance SL, De Rosa Professional, Eddy Merckx Corsa Extra, Schwinn Paramount (1 painted, 1 chrome), Peugeot PX10, Serotta Nova X, Simoncini Cyclocross Special, Raleigh Roker, Pedal Force CG2 and CX2
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I used a 44t with a 12-27 cassette. This provided for 20 to 28+ mph group ride travel and up to 40mph if aided by gravity.
I ride on the road, so steep hills are not common for me. I was always able to climb some of the short-but-steep terrain in hilly Wisconsin, and my legs are not as young as they used to be.
I would want wider gearing if I lived among longer & steeper climbs.
I used two salsa "Crossinguards" on each side of the chainring. I positioned my chainring on the outside, the chainline was perfect.
Michael
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