Originally Posted by
dleccord
Okay noted. But one lower gear burns, even at 90rpm.
so your telling me when you spool up to 30mph in 16t at 120 rpm and shift to 15t you bog down??? (assuming this is on a flat road or decline)
that burn is the suffering you need to get used to. its a good burn, unless it hurts at the joints. stand up and pedal through it and don't forget to breath. you have to raise your threshold.
You have to bulk up then. get to the gym and work on your legs with squats, leg presses, and lunges and don't forget to stretch out after, and also work your core muscles. you get your legs stronger will help you push the lower gears.
Originally Posted by
dleccord
What if I'm a Honda VTEC engine that likes to make power at higher rpms. Is that possible?
even if your a crotch rocket reving 14k you need the torque to propel you forward.
you might want to change out your big chain ring from a 50t to a 48t. it would be a special order item. it would change your gear ratios so that you will be able to spool up the lower cogs. ask your lbs if they can get one from this company.
http://www.specialites-ta.com/index_gb.php