Originally Posted by
Davet
One of the keys to be able to successfully use the 32t cog is sizing the chain to run on the big/big combo, so links need to be added. I'm not advocating using that combo but If one shifts to that, they won't break their bike.
Totally agree. That's why I asked about the chain. No good mechanic would set a bike up with a possible chain combo that would tear things apart (or even run poorly) so that's pretty much a given. Just pointing out that it's somewhat detrimental to ride with severe crosschaining.