Originally Posted by
BigAura
I hope you're fit and under 30
I have 40mph+ descents without pedaling at all. I try and setup my lower gearing (around 20 gear inches) for ascents.
Ha yup I'm 25 and getting fitter every day.
Only thing is, it's depressingly flat where I live, so I've never really dealt with a legitimate climb. Is 42/26 going to completely wear me down on a day going through the Appalachians? I guess only experience will tell...
Also, if you can go faster on a descent, why not peddle?