I followed mandrel's metronome link and 160 doesn't sound that fast.
But then, I don't know how to transfer that to a bike.
I tried to imagine it, but couldn't get in sync with the metronome.
Originally Posted by Andre
When you jump back from 59 to 80 you're going to be surprised at how slow you pedal for the same speed...
Every new gear inch I've tried has had its share of surprises.
Having ridden 82" before, I expect a significant change when I bring my 59" skills to 82".
I had thought of going back up through my available gear inch combinations, all the way to 82", spending perhaps a week at each level.
I can do 59", 65", 69", 73", 75", 78" and 82", meaning, I have the rings and cogs to do it.
Most of all I want to retain my ability to brake going downhill, without skidding.
Previously, I could not effectively brake above 73".
It seemed more of a skill issue than a strength issue.
Maybe I should go straight back to 82".
The speed might scare me.
