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09-01-19 | 06:48 AM

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Phil_gretz

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From: Fair Oaks Ranch, TX

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Originally Posted by HillRider

I don't know if a 36T chainring would fit the old crank. If the bolt circle is the common 130mm it won't. I also wonder if the change from 39T to 36T is worth the expense. Why not get a "compact" (50/34) and get a usefully lower low gear?

I agree. Who needs a 52T chainring, if they're not racing?

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