Originally Posted by
CliffordK
And that would be bad because????
Depending on the route, there really aren't any huge mountains to go over. A bit hilly near Salem, but most of it can be avoided if one wishes.
... because I've learnt from Bike Forums that 1x11 drivetrains, with their hideous two-tooth gaps, destroy your cadence and efficiency etc. etc. and are therefore totally unsuitable for road cycling. So, I conclude that it would be unpossible for the OP's boss to complete this ride if they rig the bike he's going to use.
Scholarly reference:
http://www.bikeforums.net/road-cycli...r-cadence.html