Originally Posted by
cuattop
I am also signed up for this. I am a recreational rider. 49 yo. Weigh 185. Can I do this with a compact crank or do I need some lower gears, maybe a triple?
My 50 year old uncle prefers a triple for these kinds of rides, but if you don't mind a slightly lower cadence while climbing or pushing it a little on the steeper sections, a compact should be fine. Do you have a wide cassette as well (12-27 or something)?