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S T L asked in SportsCycling · 1 decade ago

46:15 or 46:17 fixed gear ratio? Need advice?

I just want to know difference between 46:15 and 46:17?

I would try them out but none my friends have these ratio.

im running standard right now which is 46:16

I ride fixed gear.

thank you.

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  • Anonymous
    1 decade ago
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    The 17 will be slower but you can climb hills better the 15 will be faster but harder to climb.

  • 5 years ago

    The 50/15 is a great mashing gear ratio.

  • 1 decade ago

    15=faster top speed, slower take off

    16=lower top speed, faster take off

    Source(s): Work in a bike shop
  • 1 decade ago

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