Originally Posted by
oddjob2
You've got 3 X 7 mtb drive train on that Hybrid for 21 theoretical combinations. Do you really need 27?
If you find it too slow, then I would look at switching the crankset to a bigger primary ring.
Also, if you're riding the bike with 12" of seat post exposed, I'd seriously consider a bigger frame.
I really don't need that many gears. I almost never change on the front. I like the idea of bar end shifters and Tektro brake levers, but it seems that the bar end shifters aren't made for 7 gears. I do have an xt cassette lying around with nine gears though.