Originally Posted by
twogears
I am truly sorry you thots have a small ... gear ratio.
Getting in before the lock. Calling people ***** isn’t the best way interact with others.
...and are compensating by averaging a 200 cadence
Many of us, myself included, have bikes with gear ratios like yours. We just use them more efficiently so we go faster without as much stress on our knees.
...with pretty pink clip on shoes
My shoes have been black, yellow, red, white, black with green flames, etc. There’s nothing wrong with pink shoes, however, and to imply otherwise shows your failings not those of people who wear pink shoes. Get some of those pink shoes and spin your feet around faster so that you can take advantage of those higher gears you are so proud of.
...and tires inflated to 200 lbs
Nobody said anything about 200 psi in tires.
...and handlebars 24 inches below your seat…
…is not anything anyone has said in this thread.
That is no excuse to tangent my thread. Be proud, share your small (or large) setup, and move on.
No one has tangented your thread. You asked
I'm looking for more top-end speed, and want to see what some of you guys are using.
I'm not racing or anything, I just want to improve the top end a little.
and others answered with solid advice. A 52/11 gear combination is perfectly capable helping you gain 10mph if you are bright enough to use it properly. Somehow I doubt you’ll understand.