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Old 05-24-21, 04:01 PM
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Originally Posted by ARider2
I think the BIGGER question is why upgrade from 11 to 12 speed?
seems much of it's part of the 1x trend to try and gain yet another lower or higher gear. of course it's whatever anyone fancies, but to me, a 2x8 or 9 is about as much as one needs and is still practical and affordable. easy enough to get 100 down to 20 gear inches and fits most riding conditions. however, i can see keeping all the shifting in the back making things simple. and, besides, there's all the plus size tires. 1x's make the bottom bracket and q factor thing easier to contend with, i suppose
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