Originally Posted by
Dylansbob
I'll be in Indiana. I've already checked the topo. Looks like ~800ft over 50m and I'm used to doing that over a two mile grocery/donut run. I've decided to prep and ship another bike for ride. Bumping my gearing up to 68gi and double cages. Going to take a couple extra bottles in a saddlebag along with food.
Good move. (And I'll second bring the wrenches to change seat and bar positions. They weigh almost nothing and will be good for peace of mind even if you never need them.)
For me, 68" is a touch low. I like 70, though 68 is a good guess if upwind is to happen. I'll even go 72 if I am feeling strong/been riding fixed a lot. (Currently 44-17 on two bikes, 42-16 on another.)
Ben