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Riding fixed for the first time... help choosing number of teeth in my cog.

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Old 03-06-16, 09:27 PM
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Originally Posted by SquidPuppet
Both 46/46 and 46/17 are poor choices for most conditions, regardless of your strength and ability. My ratios are better.
Yeah plus a 46/46 takes a longer chain.
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To answer the OPs question, a 46/17 is a good starting point. You might be challenged on steep downhills at first, but it's a good overall gear.
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Originally Posted by StanSeven
Yeah plus a 46/46 takes a longer chain.
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i ride 47-15. hope that helps.
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