Originally Posted by
HTupolev
Gearing wasn't mentioned in the OP's text, but it's relevant to their example image.
While the gearing does suck whether it's paved or not, gearing bottom-out is more of a problem on gravel than pavement due to limited rear wheel traction. You can't stand and chop at the pedals to produce extra torque on gravel like you can on pavement.
Hmmm. *thinking*...ok I'll allow it. I dub thee comment.."relevant."
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