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Steve B
Guest
Hi,
I am a newbie to road biking, from mountain biking. I JUST bought a used LeMond Zurich on Thursday,
and have been on two rides. I LOVE
it.
Here's the problem/question...
**Why is road biking so hard, and how do I make it easier?**
Granted, I am getting back down to my fighting weight, but I am wondering if I can change my
gearing to make it a little easier. I've got a two-ring set up with a 52 and a 39. It's a nine
speed Ultegra set up.
Can I make the second ring smaller for climbing? If so, how small should I make it? WIll this affect
my shifting? Can I add a third ring? Based on posts, this seems hard and expensive. ANy other ideas?
Get in shape and lose some pounds?
I live in Berkeley, so I've got lots of hills and climbs. Up and down.
Any ideas?
Thanks!
I am a newbie to road biking, from mountain biking. I JUST bought a used LeMond Zurich on Thursday,
and have been on two rides. I LOVE
it.
Here's the problem/question...
**Why is road biking so hard, and how do I make it easier?**
Granted, I am getting back down to my fighting weight, but I am wondering if I can change my
gearing to make it a little easier. I've got a two-ring set up with a 52 and a 39. It's a nine
speed Ultegra set up.
Can I make the second ring smaller for climbing? If so, how small should I make it? WIll this affect
my shifting? Can I add a third ring? Based on posts, this seems hard and expensive. ANy other ideas?
Get in shape and lose some pounds?
I live in Berkeley, so I've got lots of hills and climbs. Up and down.
Any ideas?
Thanks!