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[Closed] DJ/4x single speed gear ratio

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I'm building up a dj/4x/mess around bike having recently moved to Sheff and have no idea what gear ratios to use. I've got some xt crank arms to attach the front ring to. I like to push a harder gear when getting up to speed rather than spinning more. Any advice? Cheers


 
Posted : 04/11/2016 1:22 pm
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Start with the equivalent of the BMX classic 44/16 (for 20" wheels) and vary it depending on how much is flat and how much is downhill.


 
Posted : 04/11/2016 4:05 pm
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I run 32 - 16 , 26 inch wheels. It's pretty light mind so some like 34-16


 
Posted : 04/11/2016 4:17 pm
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I run 32 - 14 on 26"


 
Posted : 04/11/2016 4:30 pm
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Cheers, i'll try a few out around those


 
Posted : 05/11/2016 6:56 pm
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Classic BMX gear inches would be 55", so try 32/15 or 34/16 on 26", or a 36/16 or 34/15 on a 24" wheel.


 
Posted : 05/11/2016 7:16 pm