staehpj1 Thanks for your comments. The poll verifies your view. Different strokes for different folks. BTW I must confess that I'm leaning to your recommendation for 25 gear inch.
bikenh You are exceptionally strong.
Originally Posted by
mdilthey
I prefer a 50/34 double chainring and a big mountain bike cassette, personally. I really have come to rely on my Shimano XT derailleur, so I'd rather have the bulk of my gearing in the back and keep the front simple. I end up spending 80% of my time on the larger chainring anyways; I've worn through my second and will soon be on to my third, but my small ring is still fine.
Thank you mdilthey 34x36 with 28c tyre would make 25.1 gear inch. Just what staehpj1 recommends. Very interesting indeed. That should make two votes for 25 gear inch.