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Originally Posted by Cat3roadracer
No "need" to gear up?
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If you're a strong rider, a strong climber, and have good bike handling skills, then there is not really a need to "gear up."
If you, like me, are lacking in any of these areas, your ride can be made more pleasurable with wider tires, and lower gearing. I'll be on 32mm tires, and bringing a 22 - 28 low gear.
You'll see all kinds of bikes on the ride (which is part of the fun.) Everything from road bikes with skinny tires to full suspension MTBs with 2.2 inch wide tires. It comes down to your fitness and skill level, and which bike you're most comfortable with.
Chris