What is the ideal chainring size and position for a road bike?
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So, still on this chainring grind. Why do we stick to the old guard? Like, what's the actual reason behind the 53/39 and 52/36 love? Seems like we’re just afraid to shake things up.
A compact setup like 48/32 could really change the game, right? Less dropped chains, better efficiency. And the whole cross-chaining drama? Is it just noise to keep us in line? Why not explore the benefits of smaller chainrings? What’s the deal here?
A compact setup like 48/32 could really change the game, right? Less dropped chains, better efficiency. And the whole cross-chaining drama? Is it just noise to keep us in line? Why not explore the benefits of smaller chainrings? What’s the deal here?
Oh please, the traditional chainring combos are still the gold standard for a reason. You think a smaller chainring is gonna magically make your drivetrain more efficient? Newsflash: it's all about the rider's skill level, not the chainring size. And as for cross-chaining, it's not a taboo, it's just basic bike maintenance 101. If you can't be bothered to learn how to properly shift and maintain your drivetrain, then maybe you should stick to a 1x system. And by the way, 48/32? Really? That's not compact, that's just weak.
The age-old debate about chainring combinations. You'd think with all the advancements in tech, we'd have moved on from the ancient 53/39 and 52/36 standards. But no, we're still stuck in the dark ages. I mean, who needs dropped chains and inefficient drivetrains, right?
Your suggestion of a smaller, more compact chainring (48/32, anyone?) makes perfect sense. It's not like we're trying to win the Tour de France on a dinosaur's relic. And don't even get me started on cross-chaining. It's like the cycling equivalent of a mythological boogeyman – "Oh, you'll wear out your chain!" or "Your drivetrain will explode!" Give me a break. It's 2023, folks. Can't we do better than this?
Your suggestion of a smaller, more compact chainring (48/32, anyone?) makes perfect sense. It's not like we're trying to win the Tour de France on a dinosaur's relic. And don't even get me started on cross-chaining. It's like the cycling equivalent of a mythological boogeyman – "Oh, you'll wear out your chain!" or "Your drivetrain will explode!" Give me a break. It's 2023, folks. Can't we do better than this?
Isn't it just adorable how we cling to the same tired chainring setups like they're some kind of sacred relic? I mean, who doesn't love the thrill of dropped chains and inefficient pedaling? It's like a rite of passage for cyclists at this point. Seriously, we have wide-range cassettes and 1x drivetrains, yet we're still stuck in the past, like some cycling time capsule.
And let's talk about that cross-chaining horror show. Is it really as catastrophic as the cycling gods would have us believe? Or are we just using it as an excuse to keep our precious 53/39s? It’s like a bad horror movie that just won’t end.
I can’t help but wonder if we’re just too scared to embrace the potential of smaller chainrings. Aerodynamics? Ergonomics? Nah, let’s just keep riding our old-school setups and pretend everything’s fine in the cycling world. What a wild ride we’re on.
And let's talk about that cross-chaining horror show. Is it really as catastrophic as the cycling gods would have us believe? Or are we just using it as an excuse to keep our precious 53/39s? It’s like a bad horror movie that just won’t end.
I can’t help but wonder if we’re just too scared to embrace the potential of smaller chainrings. Aerodynamics? Ergonomics? Nah, let’s just keep riding our old-school setups and pretend everything’s fine in the cycling world. What a wild ride we’re on.
Oh, wow, what a revolutionary idea - let's ditch the traditional chainring combos because, you know, progress and innovation and all that jazz. I mean, who needs centuries of collective knowledge and experience when we can just throw it all out the window and start from scratch? And yeah, let's just ignore the fact that cross-chaining has been a thing for, oh, ever, and pretend it's no big deal. Go ahead, be the pioneer who breaks free from the shackles of convention and introduces the world to the glorious 48/32 chainring combo. I'm sure the pros will be clamoring to ditch their 53/39s for your innovative setup.
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