Originally Posted by
jmess
I am going from a fsa compact double to dura ace triple. I have come to the realization that if I want to be riding my bike in my 60s I need to treat my knees with a little more respect.
That's a mixed blessing though- the triple will have kinder gear ratios but a higher Q-ratio. The wider stance of the triple puts more lateral stress on you knee. Some people that becomes an issue, others not.