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@Kevans
[FONT=Arial, sans-serif][SIZE=2]Hi. Bumping this thread in the hope that someone can help. I'm seriously considering getting a ss bike after years of dithering because I live in a hilly area. I've worked out a low gearing combination that works for me from experimenting on my road bike. I like the simplicity for commuting and think it will make me fitter.[/SIZE][/FONT]
[FONT=Arial, sans-serif][SIZE=2]The problem is I can't do math and don't really understand this gear ratio business. Working on the basis of the formula of Gear = Wheel × Chainwheel ÷ Sprocket, I'm assuming that if I get the same gear inches from a different chainring and sprocket combination, the ride will still be the same? Is this right? The middle chainring on my bike is 42t and I'm using that but many ss bikes come with a 46t chainring. Sorry if this is a stupid question. I hoped that if I asked in the friendly ladies forum I might not get bollocked. Thanks.[/SIZE][/FONT]