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Cranksets with 50/34 gearing, as opposed to 'standard' 53/39 gearing. *Sub-compact* refers to gearing smaller than 50/34.

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Why might a compact drivetrain be frowned upon?

I have no experience with the egos of aspiring cyclists, but I can note a (small) technical difference A sprocket with a lower tooth count will require the chain to bend more sharply as it engages wi …
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