Joined: Jul 2006
Posts: 205
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From: Seattle, LA, Suzhou
Bikes: Hugh Porter criterium, Davidson Discovery (touring), GT road, Nishiki Yukon MTB (which I hate)
Ericqu and retro grouch said it best. Middle (front) chainring most of the time for flattish areas.
If its any conslolation, many people take a long time to get used to all the gear possibilities they have. But if you pay attention to different types of terrain and slopes, you'll get it down in no time.