Originally Posted by 55/Rad
...I recently changed one bike to a compact 50/34....The good thing with the compact is that I can put a 12/27 on occasionally for the big hill rides. But how often is that? Haven't needed it yet and I love climbing....55/Rad
Just looking at the "numbers", a 50/34 in front with 12/27 in back looks great. The 108 inch gear is out of my range though. The 33 inch climbing gear would get me up any hill around my town. Actually, for my aging knees, a 46/34 in the front would be even better. But, who designs road bikes with "old folks" in mind?
Which crank and bottom bracket did you use to get the 50/34 setup?