Thread: Switching from Compact Double to Triple
View Single Post
Old 10-10-12 | 02:51 PM
  #15  
billydonn's Avatar
billydonn
Council of the Elders
 
Joined: Jul 2008
Posts: 3,759
Likes: 3
From: Omaha, NE

Bikes: 1990 Schwinn Crosscut, 5 Lemonds

You are wise to go triple, IMO. The Ultegra FD will make the shifts from 52 to 26 just fine, BUT it would be wise to install a chain catcher if you add a 26 tooth granny.

I agree with the "anti-walker" sentiment. I won't do it either... but that doesn't mean I won't stop and rest if I have to.
billydonn is offline  
Reply
0