MCHardmanUK
10-30-2006, 08:20 PM
Gear Ratios (Acreditted to flatline)
Ideally you are looking to achieve a gear ratio of around 2.75 but this not a set in stone, everything still depends on what your stlye of riding is. If you prefer slower, tech moves then a lower gear ratio is maybe more for you, or you might prefer going fast and hitting big things, inwhich case a higher gear ratio is probably more for you. Just don't go too crazy.
High - A gear ratio is one that is harder to pedal, but gives you a HIGH top speed. Low Acceleration/High Speed. This gear ratio is ideal for downhill bmx tracks or some trail riding.
Low - A gear ratio is one that is easier to pedal, but you have a LOW top speed. High Acceleration/Low Speed. This gear ratio is ideal for flatland or technical mini-ramp riding.
Gear Ratio = Number Teeth of Front Cog/Number of Teeth of Front Cog
Ideally you are looking to achieve a gear ratio of around 2.75 but this not a set in stone, everything still depends on what your stlye of riding is. If you prefer slower, tech moves then a lower gear ratio is maybe more for you, or you might prefer going fast and hitting big things, inwhich case a higher gear ratio is probably more for you. Just don't go too crazy.
High - A gear ratio is one that is harder to pedal, but gives you a HIGH top speed. Low Acceleration/High Speed. This gear ratio is ideal for downhill bmx tracks or some trail riding.
Low - A gear ratio is one that is easier to pedal, but you have a LOW top speed. High Acceleration/Low Speed. This gear ratio is ideal for flatland or technical mini-ramp riding.
Gear Ratio = Number Teeth of Front Cog/Number of Teeth of Front Cog