StinkyGoalieGuy
100 W
- Joined
- Apr 23, 2008
- Messages
- 298
WoodlandHills said:Or you could use an IGH with that BMX chain and have three speed ranges.......
Yes, very true. But for simplicity and reliability, I'm fine with a top speed of 25MPH and with that gear ratio, I can climb anything that I encounter on my work commute. I'm currently using a 30T front to a 34T rear, and I can almost climb what I need. On one 34% section of trail, the motor is dragging and I will help with a little bit of pedaling so as to not stall the motor. At 30T/42T it should climb it with no problems without any pedaling.
I had a Nuvinci n171 before and I had to create some custom torque plates and carry a wrench with me in case I need to change a flat. If I can avoid an IGH all together, that would be preferred.