I currently run a 32x 16 on my 26 wheel single speed. This year I am fortunate enough to have got myself a 29er as well.
So what gear ratio should I be running.
Also will ghetto work? If so what size inner tubes do I need to cut up?
Any other hints and tips for joing the big wheel world?
32:18 yes and 26"tubes.
Ignore the kidswheel loudmouth naysayers. 😉
32:20 here for hilly stuff / winter mud. 32:18 for fast flowing hardpacked trails in the summer*
Not tried tubeless as I use tubes and Slime sealant...I know the weight is holding me back (but not as much as a Wok would!)
SSP
*ie holiday in Caliornia / Colorado!
Do not knock the wok.
32 - 18 standard
32 - 19 or 20 depending how hilly
32- 16 for flat rides
Who called them Single Speeds?
33x20, all the time, usually hilly rides.
have been running 34:18 but bit steep last time went out and riding less now so prob dig out my 20t cog or find a 19 to make it closer to 32:18- which is a pretty ideal ratio tbh
32:16 for riding around Cannock suits me.Not ftd stuff,the betterer stuff ok 😀
32:18 on a 29er is roughly equivalent (within tyre size difference) to 32:16 on a 26" wheeled bike, so 32:18 is a good place to start.
Slight hijack - Currently running 32:18 with upwards tensioner. Would 32:19 definately require a longer chain or maybe depending on the amount of tensioner deflection?
32:18 on a 29er is roughly equivalent (within tyre size difference) to 32:16 on a 26" wheeled bike, so 32:18 is a good place to start.
I heard that too but I haven't noticed much(if any)difference between running the same ratio on a larger wheel tbh...
Cheers guys.
When choosing my wheels do I need to go for more spokes to make them stiffer? As they are bigger than 26ers will having extra spoked stop the wheels from flexing on corners?