Originally Posted by DogDays
Hi everyone. New to your forum. Have been lurking for a few weeks and finally decided to join. Recently
bought 2004 Bianchi Pista. Lot of fun to ride. All stock except saddle and computer. Wife rides geared
for metric centuries etc. I rode up in Sonoma last week (only 25 miles) but that's enough on that bike
for now. Found I could go faster comfortable with smaller rear cog (stock is 16 t) any suggestions
on how much smaller? I don't mind walking hills that are to long or steep. (btw, front crank is 48, i
think) Thanks again. Rob
I have the same Bicycle and I use a 48/19T Cog. The 19T cog is great going up but may spin out going down steep hills but I do prefer the 19T for the rolling hills in my area. I would try a 48/18T if your a strong climber.