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I'd put you in the hardman/minimalist category with that history, and
definitely not beginner/intermediate. I know lots of people have been doing
it, even in the days of 36 pound all mountain bikes, but a 34 tooth is a big
gear to push especially on a heavier, less pedal-friendly bike. We are now in
the era of 1x for the everyday rider.
Aug. 20, 2014, 12:10 p.m. - Morgan Taylor
#!markdown I'd put you in the hardman/minimalist category with that history, and definitely not beginner/intermediate. I know lots of people have been doing it, even in the days of 36 pound all mountain bikes, but a 34 tooth is a big gear to push especially on a heavier, less pedal-friendly bike. We are now in the era of 1x for the everyday rider.