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**Sadlebred** current bike gearing and cassette
Here are some number for you. What can I do to make it better?
Cassette: Shimano 105, 10-speed, 12-27t
Chainring: 53 x 39T
Re: **Sadlebred** current bike gearing and cassette
You have two choices, which is the decision I faced back in Dec. when I had to replace my chain, chainrings, and cassette because they were completely worn out. I went with option #1. Atlanta is hilly, but I've never had a problem with standard gearing around here. When I go to the mountains, I take my cyclocross bike and just put road tires on it since it has much easier gearing. If I lived in North GA, I'd have compact gearing.
You can:
1. Cheapest but still not super cheap: Change the chainrings to 38/52. This is a small change but can make a big difference with giving you one more "bail out" gear--the 38/27. At the same time, buy a new cassette and chain. This will keep everything working smoothly and will prevent a lot of shifting problems. Stick w/the 105 cassette and chainrings but get an Ultegra chain. Don't get a cheap chain. Shifting will suffer. Also, stick with Shimano chainrings for the smoothest shifting.
2. Expensive: Go compact. You will need a new crankset. A quick glance online shows that a 105 compact crankset is about $200-250. Most will come with a 50/34. Again, replace the chain and cassette to keep everything working really well. You can keep your 12-27 or even go down to a 12-25. You may or may not need to replace the bottom bracket. Your LBS can help determine that. Get an Ultegra BB; they are the best value for the money and will shed some weight (as much as 1/4 pound) if you have a lower end BB. Again, keep everything Shimano for the smoothest shifting.
Go over to Sheldonbrown.com and read about gear inches. Once you grasp gear inches, EVERYTHING with gearing makes a lot more sense. It took me a while to do it, but it's worth studying.
LMK if you have any questions.
Southeastern Cycling
My Nest Bio and Cycling Advice