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Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)

04-20-18, 08:17 AM

Replies: 128

Why do people want 1x???

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Posted By DrIsotope

Gear spacing on a 1X is only noticeable if you're...

Gear spacing on a 1X is only noticeable if you're trying to keep pace with someone faster than you are. As someone who rides solo 90% of the time, I'm never bothered by the gear spacing.

Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)

01-12-18, 10:07 AM

Replies: 128

Why do people want 1x???

Views: 22,744

Posted By DrIsotope

Ummm... what? You are aware of how gears work,...

Ummm... what? You are aware of how gears work, yes? A 42T chainring with an 11-36 cassette gets lower than most anything you will see on a 2X road/gravel bike. To get lower, you'd need a triple or...

Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)

01-03-18, 09:58 PM

Replies: 128

Why do people want 1x???

Views: 22,744

Posted By DrIsotope

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It sounds like 1X is perfect for you, because you clearly have no need of the small ring. A 50T in the front with an 11-32 cassette should...

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