On my single speed I really notice the difference in torque control, especially with flat pedals. I slip the tire less often on climbs. Sitting pushing the big gear up hill or sitting spinning the way-low gear on flat road / gravel feels much more natural.
As the drivetrain gets less direct (adding gears and suspension) or if I clip-in I notice the benefits less. But based on my extreme \#1FG case if the Oval and Round rings are the same price I’m Oval every time - there’s certainly no negative.
Feb. 2, 2021, 12:30 p.m. - Andrew Major
On my single speed I really notice the difference in torque control, especially with flat pedals. I slip the tire less often on climbs. Sitting pushing the big gear up hill or sitting spinning the way-low gear on flat road / gravel feels much more natural. As the drivetrain gets less direct (adding gears and suspension) or if I clip-in I notice the benefits less. But based on my extreme \#1FG case if the Oval and Round rings are the same price I’m Oval every time - there’s certainly no negative.