Originally Posted by
saddlesores
this really, really, really needs to get done.
you'll be climbing some long hills.
it gets hot out there, and resupply points aren't always conveniently spaced.
plan on carrying lotsa extra water.
very heavy water.
up long hills.
in the heat.
spinning uphill in a low gear beats pushing.....
Thanks
saddlesores I need to get with the LBS mechanic and get a plan. My drinking buddy bike mechanic just wants to talk about changing to a 1X front and I don't think that will do anything but limit. Not sure if I can source an MTB front crankset and figure out how to install but maybe the longtime LBS mechanic and direct me. As far as I can tell, the 520 has the stock front crank and rear cluster right now.
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