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Originally Posted by
urodacus
... and who ever though a 52-49 combo was useful obviously does not live in the mountains.
..And yet most real racing bikes were sold with 52 (or higher) and 49 half step crankset gearing prior to 1980. Most owners customized their gearing within weeks of the initial purchase. I used the 52 & 49 in central New Hampshire, but I was 17 years old, very fit and 160 lbs.
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Last edited by Barrettscv; 11-19-14 at 09:03 AM.