[Closed] tell me about your 2x9 gear ratios

But what's the difference when you stick a 24T chainring in that table? I thought most front mechs can handle a 14T range between each gear?
Would it just be best to go out for a ride and find those steep climbs and ride them in the 22T chainring in the 3rd largest sprocket to recreate the 26T chainring?

Would it just be best to go out for a ride and find those steep climbs and ride them in the 22T chainring in the 3rd largest sprocket to recreate the 26T chainring?

That would give you some idea, yeah.

I think the rule of thumb is no more then 16 teeth difference between chainrings, but the closer they are, the smoother your shifts will be. Some people run 28/40, which sounds nice for racing and flatter areas. Think I'd want a 11-34 for that though.