Classic & Vintage - rear freewheel recommendations.

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crtten

05-10-07, 09:49 AM

Hello,

I have a Campagnolo Gran Sport crank, with 53 and 42 teeth. My rear wheel accepts a 6 speed freewheel. What would be a complimentary tooth range for the rear freewheel/cassette? I'm in Seattle, so it's very hilly. Thanks.

John E

05-10-07, 10:02 AM

How 'bout this 1.5-step? If your rear derailleur can take a larger granny cog and you need something lower, go for it.

14 / 102.2 / 81.0
16 / 89.4 / 70.9
19 / 75.3 / 59.7
22 / 65.0 / 51.6
26 / 55.0 / 43.6
28 / (51.1) / 40.5

coelcanth

05-10-07, 12:25 PM

42 is about as small as you can go on the chainring but maybe think about replacing the 53T ?
althoughi suppose if there are long hills you want to descend at speed you might use it more often