Thread: How many speeds does a person really need?
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Old 03-01-20, 11:54 AM
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Originally Posted by Mr. DNA
Can anyone tell me what the advantage is to having a 9, or even an 8 speed bike is? Likewise with a triple chainring in the front? I'm assuming I'm missing out on something really basic about gearing, but I don't quite understand the need for so many cogs, or especially for 3 chain rings.
Thanks for the feedback
Can anyone tell me why this should be a concern of anyone but the one considering "upgrading"?
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