What is your gear ratio?

So tell me, what's your gear ratio and what do you use that ratio for?

My ratio is 46/16 and I use my bike for commute and alleycats.

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Permalink Reply by M.T. on December 6, 2010 at 11:59am
Now 42/18 soon 42/17 =)
Also using my bike for commute
Permalink Reply by Thomas G. Wilhelm IV on December 6, 2010 at 12:44pm
46/18. perfect for the ups and downs
Permalink Reply by gilly-o on December 6, 2010 at 12:52pm
44/16, also tried 42/16 and 42/18. use for general riding, flats and light hills.
Permalink Reply by BLEET on December 6, 2010 at 10:58pm
49/14 way too strong for my pin legs
Permalink Reply by gilly-o on December 7, 2010 at 9:11am
i admire anyone riding fixed using a chainring bigger than 48T... that takes some brute strength..
Permalink Reply by Daniel Apt on December 7, 2010 at 11:00am
Really depends on your rear cog.
Permalink Reply by Dan on February 8, 2011 at 5:27pm
true
Permalink Reply by Gus. on December 7, 2010 at 9:50am
use to ride 53/18. haha toooo much. i used it to get places. now i ride a 43/16. perfect for tricking and commuting.
Permalink Reply by Tim on December 7, 2010 at 12:30pm
thanks gus.
this isnt my post but ive always wanted to know the best ratio for tricking and commuting.
Permalink Reply by Gus. on December 7, 2010 at 12:39pm
tim, most people have different needs as to tricking. me being 6'3 with long legs i dont need as much effort on my bike, as for some one with small legs might need a different geart ratio. get me? most people of average height go with a 42:17
Permalink Reply by Tim on December 7, 2010 at 4:10pm
ahaha thanks. fill in the blank for me. so if im in 5'5, what would be a good ratio for me?
Permalink Reply by Gus. on December 8, 2010 at 10:14am
id say anything from a 42:16 to a 43:18

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