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Join Date: Apr 2006
Location: Washington County, Vermont, USA
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Bikes: 1966 Dawes Double Blue, 1976 Raleigh Gran Sport, 1975 Raleigh Sprite 27, 1980 Univega Viva Sport, 1971 Gitane Tour de France, 1984 Lotus Classique, 1976 Motobecane Grand Record
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My touring bike also has an 86 BCD crank, with 48, 44, and 30 tooth rings. I have a six-speed freewheel in back, with 14, 16, 19, 23, 28, and 34 tooth cogs. It gives nice even half-steps, and I use the half-stepping feature a lot. I have never wanted a higher gear, but once in a while I wish I could go a tad lower. As I get older (in fact, I'm already pretty old), I may switch the front to a 46-42-28 setup.