So I got ahold of an ancient Italian steel Bottecchia(sp?) with shimano 600. I love the ride and the bike is laser fast and perfectly balanced. I have since decided to ride in the Climb To Kaiser next June. This ride is 155 mi with 14000 feet of climbing in California's beautiful Sierra Nevada's. One of the CTKs toughest sections gains 2000 feet in just 3.5 miles, with grades up to 20%.
My 'new' bike has a 42/52 crank with170mm arms and an 11-21 cassette. I'm a decent climber but I'm worried that those gears will be too limiting. What do you all think is this ride possible on this bike with a good rider or do I need a new set of gears, bike?
My 'new' bike has a 42/52 crank with170mm arms and an 11-21 cassette. I'm a decent climber but I'm worried that those gears will be too limiting. What do you all think is this ride possible on this bike with a good rider or do I need a new set of gears, bike?