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Old 02-16-12 | 10:40 PM
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Bill Kapaun
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From: Mid Willamette Valley, Orygun

Bikes: 87 RockHopper,2008 Specialized Globe. Both upgraded to 9 speeds. 2019 Giant Explore E+3

How big are the hills?

You can always change the gearing.

Often, what comes on a new bike is something that everybody can use some of the time.
IF you are commuting, you really don't need a lower gear than your worst hill, or a higher gear that can only be used with a 60 MPH tail wind.

Both my bikes are triples with a 12-21 & 12-23 cassette and 22-32-38/36 rings
My normal starting gear is M1.
IF I were to do a hill or EXTREME headwind, I have the granny ring.
If I get a tailwind or a chance to "cruise", I go to the big ring.
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