Hi all! This is my 2019 S-Works SL6 Ultralight. It hit the scales at 6.12kgs, and is my dedicated climbing bike. I am posting to ask for advice on better gearing for my intentions. The bike has the factory 52/36t chainrings and 11-30t cassette. Would you recommend starting with 50/34t chainrings? 11-32t cassette? Thanks in advance.
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S-Works SL6 Ultralight for climbing
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Nah.. just build your strength and endurance.
Jokes aside, try the 32 in the back and see if it helps before swapping the front rings. I’m guessing 50/34 with a 32 in the back would be very easy, and might have you spinning out on the flats.
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Jokes aside, try the 32 in the back and see if it helps before swapping the front rings. I’m guessing 50/34 with a 32 in the back would be very easy, and might have you spinning out on the flats.
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Ha! Thanks, I'll start there.nick12 wrote: ↑Sun Jan 02, 2022 7:04 pmNah.. just build your strength and endurance.
Jokes aside, try the 32 in the back and see if it helps before swapping the front rings. I’m guessing 50/34 with a 32 in the back would be very easy, and might have you spinning out on the flats.
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With my OSPW I can fit an 11-32 on the back with a 52/36 on the front. Maybe stick one on and see how you like it? I live in a hilly area and find it capable of even very steep hills. The people I ride with often have one or two less gears and are envious that I'm able to keep a good cadence. (Making people jealous is what this forum's all about, right?)
Like the previous comment, that ease does depend on system weight and strength, so those are worth considering. I weigh 68kg with a 6.6kg bike for reference
Like the previous comment, that ease does depend on system weight and strength, so those are worth considering. I weigh 68kg with a 6.6kg bike for reference
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This is helpful, thanks. I ordered the SRAM red 11-32 cassette. It was pricey, but should shave some weight as well. I have a new KMC chain sitting around that will also save some weight over a duraace. I weigh 78kg for reference.Arnomatic wrote: ↑Mon Jan 03, 2022 11:11 amWith my OSPW I can fit an 11-32 on the back with a 52/36 on the front. Maybe stick one on and see how you like it? I live in a hilly area and find it capable of even very steep hills. The people I ride with often have one or two less gears and are envious that I'm able to keep a good cadence. (Making people jealous is what this forum's all about, right?)
Like the previous comment, that ease does depend on system weight and strength, so those are worth considering. I weigh 68kg with a 6.6kg bike for reference