Originally Posted by
Eric F
What is the benefit of calculating a "default gear"? What parameters did you used to determine "default"? How can this be applied in a practical way to anyone else? What benefit would I gain by knowing my own "default gear"?
The Alfine 8 on my IGH bike has a gear readout window which I find very useful. My default is 5 on that bike, and I use it as a baseline or reference point to make my ride more efficient.