Originally Posted by
noglider
[MENTION=458880]Duragrouch[/MENTION], I've never had a 20" gear. Not everyone spins going up hills. I'm 63 years old and still climb big hills with a load on the bike. I'm not saying that to boast but to say that there are different approaches to hill climbing. There's nothing wrong with the advice you gave our fellow, but you used the words "you need," and well, you didn't need them.
No, I didn't say "you need", my exact words were "I NEED the low of 21".
He also said he's new at this and out of shape, and novices often need lower lows than those in shape. You tend to damage knees more from pushing too tall a gear when seated, versus spinning, or climbing while standing.
I also endorsed his gear choice which looks perfect.