Originally Posted by
chiefsilverback
I made a conscious decision to go 1 x 10. I run Microsoft Advent X with the 11 - 48 cassette and then I have two chain rings. 99% of the time I use a 42T, but when I'm going bikepacking I swap it to a 34T.
it makes more sense for you to change out the ring in anticipation of need than to shift a derailleur at the time of need? Ok.