|   Trying it out | JPJ
Feb 18, 2002 4:19 PM | | I'm curious, what are the equivalent chain rings/cogs on my 27 speed to what you run on a single speed? You have to be basic here cuz, although I've riden since '89, I don't remember numbers too well. So, if I put my chain in the middle ring in front and smallest ring in back - and leave it there - will I get an idea of what it's like to ride a single speed?
I'm really intrigued by the idea. I could convert my old MB-3 if I like it...
Thanks,
JJ |
| re: Trying it out | Brewboy
Feb 18, 2002 4:31 PM | | Find the 16 tooth cog in back and that should get cha close-happy riding! |
| Thanks! I'll see how long I can last! | JPJ
Feb 19, 2002 8:44 AM | | |
| re: Trying it out | francis
Feb 19, 2002 9:02 AM | | If you have a compact drive (32-tooth middle ring) then find the 18-tooth ring on the back and stay there. You can also go on the 20 tooth ring on the back.
The thing with a singlespeed is it feels like one or two teeth lighter because the drivetrain is more efficient and the bike is lighter. Also after about 4 weeks, your body and style will change to pedal without gears efficiently.
So there you go, try to hang in the middle ring, middle gears in the cog. If it's not misery in your local trails, you should try singlespeeding.
francis |
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