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pacfit
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As I have searched through the older threads here relating to this
topic I have learned a little bit more about shifting and gears. I
also consulted a friend of mine who races road bikes. About a year
ago, I purchased a Specialized Sirrus hybrid. On the left side of the
handle bar, the numbers are 1, 2, 3. On the right side the numbers are
1-8. I am assuming that means 24 speeds total. All of the riding I
have done is in 2 on the left. All the talk of cogs and grannys is
confusing to me. I did once shift into 1 or 3 (can't remember) and
threw the chain. Haven't done that since. I guess I am just looking
for some clarification. I ride about 30 miles a day with some pretty
good hills and would like to make sure I am using my bike to it's
fullest potential. Thanks for any help.
topic I have learned a little bit more about shifting and gears. I
also consulted a friend of mine who races road bikes. About a year
ago, I purchased a Specialized Sirrus hybrid. On the left side of the
handle bar, the numbers are 1, 2, 3. On the right side the numbers are
1-8. I am assuming that means 24 speeds total. All of the riding I
have done is in 2 on the left. All the talk of cogs and grannys is
confusing to me. I did once shift into 1 or 3 (can't remember) and
threw the chain. Haven't done that since. I guess I am just looking
for some clarification. I ride about 30 miles a day with some pretty
good hills and would like to make sure I am using my bike to it's
fullest potential. Thanks for any help.