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@hippy
I swapped my 73" 46/17 for a 44/17 to spin faster around town. Some guys are pushing silly-large gears through the city but I personally prefer to spin.
Lower gearing makes skidding easier and it's just easier to relax with lower gearing (until downhills) :)