Alex Dark Posted October 13, 2010 Report Share Posted October 13, 2010 Hey trying to get ny sidekick finished... but the front cogs shagged ( 38t ) planning to make a new one at work, but whatkinda gearing would be alright? Got an 18t freewheel on the back, with 175cranks and 24inch wheels. Bear iun mind im used to a trials bike Cheers for any help you can give me Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
N.Wood Posted October 13, 2010 Report Share Posted October 13, 2010 18t out backs is relitvely big, it does depend on the rider and what you're actually riding but I'd guess 38:18 would be fine for 26" wheels, as yours is 24" I guess you'd want it slighty harder? Though you may be happy with 38:18 on 24" if you want short run up acceleration and arn't bothered too much by top speed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dirt jumper jake Posted October 22, 2010 Report Share Posted October 22, 2010 i run 25 - 11 if that helps... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davey1991 Posted October 22, 2010 Report Share Posted October 22, 2010 depending on wheel size. 26" 32-16 36-18 34-16 32-15 28-14 24" 32-14 28-12 Thats what i've used i prefer higher faster excelleration, i tend to find it makes you jump higher as you have to get used to less top end. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bike_dummie Posted December 23, 2010 Report Share Posted December 23, 2010 (edited) bit late but oh well... gear ratio Edited December 23, 2010 by bike_dummie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Riddlers Posted December 23, 2010 Report Share Posted December 23, 2010 In my experience, all these guides mean shit. What trails do you ride? If you have a big roll in, you wont need to pedal much. If its a flat out pedal into them, you'll need totally different gearing! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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