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From: Lake Geneva, WI
Bikes: Ridley Helium SLX, Canyon Endurance SL, De Rosa Professional, Eddy Merckx Corsa Extra, Schwinn Paramount (1 painted, 1 chrome), Peugeot PX10, Serotta Nova X, Simoncini Cyclocross Special, Raleigh Roker, Pedal Force CG2 and CX2
Originally Posted by
JoelS
What's your crank? Compact (34/50) or standard (39/53)?
I have a standard on mine and a 13/26 in back. I've yet to feel like I need more gears to get up hills. That said, I am looking to swap it out for a compact in front. I tend to spin 105-110 on flats and I like 90 on the hills, so lower gearing would be a big help. I don't usually get into the big ring in front until speeds are breaking 20.
I have a Sram S300 Compact Cyclocross Crank with 110 BCD spacing.
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