Originally Posted by
Bogey Speedwell
Ok I like this gravel idea, but am I crazy for thinking the 1x will give me fewer gearing options. Honestly I struggle with the thinking less gearing is ok. I feel like it’s akin to buying a vacuum with only low and medium speed and not high. Lol. In the back of my mind I think it’s a conspiracy from the OE’s to cut cost on the bike but not the retail price.
Well first there is no conspiracy lol!
1x totally dominates mountain biking and has done for quite a few years. Road bikes are still mostly 2x. Gravel bikes are split between 1x and 2x options. 1x has the advantage of simplicity and 2x has the advantage of closer and slightly wider gearing. If you are riding mainly on road then 2x is probably still the best option.