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Wayne T
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Having my bike converted from freewheel to cassette 9 speed. Bike builder has suggested a 12-34 with
a triple crank of 46-34-24 or 22. My original crank is a 52-42-26. My lowest gear in the back is a
32 tooth. I seem to remember that I was once advised to stay away from 34 teeth because it can be
difficult to shift into. Is this true? Builder doesn't think it will be a problem. Also, since I am
56, I would think that the 46 in the front with the 12 in the back would give me a good enough high
of over 100. Or would it be better to go to a 48? He recommends a 44-34-22 crank for my wife. Both
bikes are touring bikes. Comments? Anyone have any favorite gearing for a touring bike?
a triple crank of 46-34-24 or 22. My original crank is a 52-42-26. My lowest gear in the back is a
32 tooth. I seem to remember that I was once advised to stay away from 34 teeth because it can be
difficult to shift into. Is this true? Builder doesn't think it will be a problem. Also, since I am
56, I would think that the 46 in the front with the 12 in the back would give me a good enough high
of over 100. Or would it be better to go to a 48? He recommends a 44-34-22 crank for my wife. Both
bikes are touring bikes. Comments? Anyone have any favorite gearing for a touring bike?