Originally Posted by
Yoshi
That claim regards mtbs that have a low gearing. Pretty much all geared mtbs are going to have a low gearing, but that doesn't mean that a SS can't.
36x18 is pretty low. Not as low as the lowest gear on a geared mtb, but still pretty low.
No it doesn't or at least it shouldn't(sheldon made a fair number of claims that are quite questionable). What breaks mtb chains is being cross geared with a triple and a 24.
In the 36x18 the 36 allows the rider to put more force on the chain.
As the size of the rear cog goes up however the rider does so less and less frequently. A 36 only allows for 33% more force than a 48. That it is not enough to break chains. The low gearing further limits this especially off road.
Originally Posted by panfry
To me these forums are an excellent way to gain valuable information about the sport that so love. I just don't understand the "I know it all; you are basically a liar and an idiot" replies. What is the purpose?
If you come here for valuable information than don't argue when everyone tells you that the premise of your question is wrong. If you insist on doing so don't be surprised when people question your motives as they try to make clear that you quite frankly idiotic though probably not dishonest arguments are strongly opposed before they confuse others.