Not as bad as I thought..
heythorp said:
HOLY shnikies. 21 miles on a SS at allamuchy. thats just nuts. Let alone then go drink beer afterwards. you fellas are loco.
I wasn't really that bad.. I kept asking if anyone had a 19t cog in their pocket. No one did.
Really it was more a challenge of riding a hardtail and less of a gear issue. Coming off the Rush you find yourself getting lazy with line choices.
At least I have tubeless 2.3 tires so I can get away with 28lbs and no flats.
I must say that I was very impressed with my new Ergon Grips/Magnesium Bar ends. Super helpful on the ss.
I was also glad that I chose to wear the FOX gloves with the built in wrist-wraps. These were especially helpfull while tailing 2 guys on full suspension bikes.
I think I might try one gear easier next time. It would be nice to spin up some climbs. I barely pedal going dh anyway..
Things should get interesting soon as the leaves should start to fall any minute.
Thanks
J_