Thread: How many gears are there?
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Old 10-13-03 | 12:15 PM
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Yes true, we don't really have 18,24,27 ect. speeds, because there are un-usable gears. (except on road bikes with double front chainrings). What is more realistic is to think of the range of gear ratios provided by a specific drivetrain. Presumably a "27 speed" will provide a wider range of gear ratios, accessible in smoother steps than a "24-speed".
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