Oh well. If I ever buy a new component group, current 12 speeds let me get a corncob 12-23. My last new group was a 10 speed and the 12-23 left some gaps. I've got a 48/34 with a 11/28 for CX and trailer pulling duty and I get why similar drivetrains are on many a road bike. I just thought there were a few 50+ guys riding bigger gears on their regular road rides for kicks. I guess not. Carry on.
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I don't do: disks, tubeless, e-shifting, or bead head nymphs.