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Old 08-22-19 | 01:22 PM
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Originally Posted by squirtdad
fwiw I am a big fan of small/small sizing I have used this method with great success with both modern 105 5800 and vintage (dura ace 12/28 and 39/52 front)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QuhHn7HaZcQ
That works great as long as you know you aren't exceeding the rear derailleur's capacity, which can happen when a rider decides they need a much lower gear than they had, and replaces their 12-25 with an 11-34.
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