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Hi, don't mean to contradict you greenjersey but 48x16 should be fine for a commuter as it's only 78.8 gear inches. Equivalent to 42x14. Or big front ring, 3rd fastest rear cog on a geared cross or hybrid bike. Should be ok from a standstill and still spinnable. But you're right it is all down to what Jonario feels comfortable riding / has experienced in the past.