[CR] Gearing ratios

(Example: Racing:Jean Robic)

Date: Sat, 5 Sep 2009 17:28:12 -0700
From: "Brad Kremer" <fourrings3@gmail.com>
To: <classicrendezvous@bikelist.org>
Subject: [CR] Gearing ratios


So, I have an on topic Olmo. It's currently running 6 gears, on a 52 tooth Nervar crank. I'm already on the 15t freewheel with only a 14t in reserve. My 20 mile commute is flat. Should I try to find a 53t front ring, or a 7 speed back end with something along the lines of 11t starter freewheel to up my caloric output? I'm really not that familiar with gearing ratios and things. Trying to keep it original and faster than cars, if anyone has a 6 or 7 speed with 11t for sale let me know.

Cheers!
Brad Kremer
PDX , OR
Late 80's Olmo Super Sexxyness
Early 80's Ciocc PDM team time trial