Originally Posted by
UCantTouchThis
I've had 5,6,7,8,9,10 speeds.
I have to say I felt the best difference going from 8 to 9. I don't need any more than that. 8 is OK but 9 was nice. 10, not much difference and not worth the money to swap out my bikes. I'll ride 9 speeds the rest of my life and be happy!
Yup. 9 speeds are the best. Wide range 11-36 cassette is great for hilly road cycling. More than 9 speeds isn't bad, but it's harder to know what gear you're in. A personal preference, but 9 is ideal for a road bike, for me. Ive had 2x6, 2x9, 2x10, 3x7. 2x9 rules!