Originally Posted by
DrIsotope
Was it me? I hope it was me. I mean, my 1X Ritchey has 21,000 miles on it. It's done Onyx Summit, the IE to San Diego, it's been to the Grand Canyon, it's been everywhere. I've never felt particularly limited by the gearing. I have on many occasions felt severely limited by the engine.
And I'd be the first person to say that 1X probably isn't for everyone. But the combo of hacking at it or eschewing it based on perceived limitations... as a solo rider, I don't get it. Most people don't use all the gears they have. I use 'em all on nearly every ride.
well, I've seen people raced Vision Quest (grueling 50 mile mtb race in Socal) on a BMX.
I've seen people ride the Breathless Agony ride on single speed, and even a beach cruiser!
Bottomline is, if you're really hell bent on doing something, you will probably do it.
It doesn't mean it's the best way.
1x is great for mtb terrains because these terrains are either up or down and not much flat, then a big gear jump is not only not a big issue, it is even desired.
But on the road, I'll take 2x anyday.