Dont start out 42-18
I just finished converting my Surly to a SS and put on a 42T chainring with a 18t rear sprocket. I didnt want to over-do it so I went conservative on the gearing. I pedaled as fast as I could and I bet I was only going 15mph. I got on it and laughed the whole first mile. So my question is; What is a little better gear combination combination for all-round riding, moderate hills, mostly get around town type of riding.
I would very much like to avoid trying three different chainrings and three different sproket combo before finding a happy medium. Any thoughts?
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