Originally Posted by
jonwvara
That said, I know there are people out there who like having a 52-11 top gear. What do you have for a top gear, and if it's something really high--say over 105 inches or so--when, how, and why do you use it?
I got a couple bikes with 52x11 high gear, I am building a bike with a 53x11 in mind. I use this combination mostly on flats and downhills and mostly during races (or in fast training rides) and only after my legs are warmed up. I can get 35+ mph on it depending on drafting, and that's why I use it.