Originally Posted by
creativepart
I've tried making it with my 36/26 and am unable. I generally use my 26/18 or so.
Only just read this - you do realize that a 36/26 combo is almost identical gearing to 26/18?
If the first part of the sentence is correct then yes a triple is the way to go here. Given that this is a 6yr old bike, I'd actually consider whether it would be cheaper to sell it and get another bike with triple gearing, as the cost of new parts is probably a substantial % of the value of the bike anyway.