Originally Posted by
bonsai171
well, honestly, I probably don't need a compact crank. Just thinking it might be nice since i'm climbing so much this year.
Ah, those are the highest peaks in Georgia. I myself don't think you would need one but it all depends on your comfort as you say.
I've done this ride on my standard crank. I believe Onyx Summit is the highest "PAVED" road in our area 8,400 ft/ the ride was 12,000 total gain in 72 miles. Also 4 other times on another ride coming from the opposite direction. I didn't feel I needed the compact myself.
But again, it's your comfort zone is what matters.
Out here in California, we have some pretty good peaks with paved roads.
