Choosing the right 36t sprocket for your bike setup
If you've been looking into gear ratios lately, you probably know how much a simple 36t sprocket can change the way your bike feels on the road or trail. It's one of those parts that seems pretty minor until you're actually out there pedaling against a headwind or trying to grind up a steep incline. I've spent way too much time messing around with different tooth counts, and honestly, the 36-tooth range is often that "Goldilocks" zone for a lot of riders. It's not too small that you're spinning your legs like a crazy person on the flats, but it's not so big that your quads start screaming the moment the road tilts upward. ...