Originally Posted by
dervish
when u skid, there will only be to spots on ur tire that will be skidded on, therefore those spots will wear down much quicker, the ideal skid cog size is a 17 from wat ive heard since it will usually give u the most even wear on ur tire (ie. most skid patchs)
17 is popular because you'll get 17 patches with any combo except with a 51(1 patch)and it's not too big.A19t will give 19 patches but that might knock the gearinches down too much unless it's paired with a relatively large ring.16 will give 16 patches in certain combos and so on.