Originally Posted by LowCel
Unfortunately that is just the way the bikes are designed. They aren't meant to be used with that gear combination.
Basicly with a 3x8 setup you should only use these combinations.
Big front - four smallest rear.
Middle front - six middle gears on rear (I don't follow this rule though)
Small front - four biggest gears on rear.
I know that's how they are designed, that's why I want to change it a little. I think Phil Wood BB's allow it , now if I could only find one.