Originally Posted by
sd5782
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Asking a similar question; How many mph difference between gears do you like? In the flatlands with a closer ratio 2X7 it wouldn’t be too difficult to have mere 1 mph jumps between gears. I used to be interested in doing it that way. Now I am happy if gaps are maybe up to 1.5 mph, as anything closer feels like a shifting fixation. If it’s there I will do it, but 1.5 mph gaps seem okay, at least for now.
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on my touring/commuting bike, I've got a half-step-plus-granny that uses 46-49 big rings. The seven speed cassette is 13-30.
When carrying a load or dealing with a headwind, the small step between the chainrings is useful. I'm not sure I could use a smaller step, i.e. a two tooth difference, though.
Steve in Peoria