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@Thuekr
2:1 is typical singlespeed cyclocross gearing in very muddy conditions with some ascents and no gravel/tarmac sessions - the 2:1 gearing doesn't cover muddy rooty mtb ascents.[with a bike + rider weight >70kg]
But on dry MTB trails you can really get far and fun on 2:1.