I ride road bike off pavement, mainly I don't have a real interest in investing in an MTB or dedicated off-road bike. At one time my lowest gear was a 39x24 which made things a bit difficult, but biggest problem is a steep descent because it takes a lot of effort with rim brakes. I was thinking some of those CX brake levers would be a big help. But mostly I use my touring bike since the 28x28 I have on that gets me up the steep terrain. When I leved in SocAl in the 90s I would ride Little Sycamore Canyon area from PCH to Thousand Oaks. I did get some amazed looks from MTBers. Back then I was riding Spesh Armadillo 23s.
scott s.
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