Is Cross Chaining Actually Slowing You Down? | Gear Ratios That Cost You Watts On The Bike
Cross chaining is one of those things that beginner cyclists will often be told not to do, and can be a subject of debate on the local club run as riders call out other people's wild ratios and chain lines. But how bad actually is cross chaining and is there ever a case for doing it? Alex and Manon are here to find out!
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