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Mr Nice:
Could someone please explainn gear ratio to me? dont know what 16t freewhelel 42 chainrnring v 18t freeewheel 39 chainring means whats the differance/advantage of one other the other? whats the best ratio?
thanks in advance :daumenhoch:

bof:
try this on the bmxultra site the higher the number the harder it is to pedal 44/16 is the average bmx gearing
http://www.bmxultra.com/downloads/flash/gearchart.htm

Dark Diggler:
Front cog Teeth no. divided by the rear cog Teeth no. multiply by the wheel size (so a good equation for any wheel size  :daumenhoch:) I.E 44/16x20 =55 this is the number you aim for generally. Less is easier more is harder. Baddabing

Mr Nice:
Cheeers!

(((sonic))):
Depends on your style of riding, track you are racing, conditions etc....i still ride with a 46/16 and love it, suits me ;)

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