I preferred 10-50t and downsizing the ring to find the right low gear as needed. If they’re going to do 10-52t I think there’s an argument that a market exists for the addition of a 10-45t with smaller jumps.
But, 520% gear range is the goal.
But, also, I’m a big fan of fewer gears and bigger jumps for trail riding. I think the new spread will work better for most riders that then previous 10-52t and based on how many gears most people really use for 90% of their ride (at least here on the North Shore) they could have chopped a few more.
March 24, 2023, 7:32 a.m. - Andrew Major
I preferred 10-50t and downsizing the ring to find the right low gear as needed. If they’re going to do 10-52t I think there’s an argument that a market exists for the addition of a 10-45t with smaller jumps. But, 520% gear range is the goal. But, also, I’m a big fan of fewer gears and bigger jumps for trail riding. I think the new spread will work better for most riders that then previous 10-52t and based on how many gears most people really use for 90% of their ride (at least here on the North Shore) they could have chopped a few more.