Gear Change for DS3
09-22-19, 11:24 AM
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Gear Change for DS3
I have a DS3 that I am looking into the idea of changing to a more road type gearing. I can not afford an upgrade to a complete road bike, so asking to see if anyone has done this and if it cost effective. I usually ride 30-50 miles every time I ride.
09-22-19, 11:56 AM
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If you have a triple with a 46-48t big ring, a 12-28 cassette will give you the small jumps that are better suited for road riding.
For a 36t big ring, an 11-28 cassette would be good.
Smooth rolling tires are just as important also for road riding.
For a 36t big ring, an 11-28 cassette would be good.
Smooth rolling tires are just as important also for road riding.
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First of all, thanks for the response. Couple questions though. I haven’t looked at what my cassette is on my bike currently, Will the 12-28 give me some additional top end speed?? Also, what else will need to be changed to make a switch like this?
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Your biggest front chainring is 48 tooth and the rear cassette is probably 11-34. I'm not 100% sure if you're looking for more speed or just fewer gaps between gears?
If you're want to have a tighter cassette and your choice between gears closer to each other you could try a 11/28 or possible a 11/25. How many gears on on the rear end you have?.
11/28 will not give you any more top end speed. You're limited by your 48 tooth front chainring and the smallest (11 tooth) cog in the rear.
If you're want to have a tighter cassette and your choice between gears closer to each other you could try a 11/28 or possible a 11/25. How many gears on on the rear end you have?.
11/28 will not give you any more top end speed. You're limited by your 48 tooth front chainring and the smallest (11 tooth) cog in the rear.
