# ERG needing higher cadence

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**Created:** [November 16, 2018, 9:53pm UTC](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/erg-needing-higher-cadence/5946 "2018-11-16T21:53:21Z")\
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**Post date:** [November 18, 2018, 6:35pm UTC](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/erg-needing-higher-cadence/5946/10 "2018-11-18T18:35:44Z")

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Gearing in ERG matters.

> [@Ramp Test Tips & Tricks](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/ramp-test-tips-tricks/986/79):
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> The rule of thumb is to try to match the flywheel inertia to the majority of your events.
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> - **Flat and fast road riding = large gearing and faster flywheel inertia**
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> - **Hilly and off-road = small gearing and slower flywheel inertia**

> [@Big or small chainring on kickr?](https://www.trainerroad.com/forumt/big-or-small-chainring-on-kickr/2743/3):
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> Gearing does have an impact. It is essentially affecting the flywheel speed and inertia, which impacts how it loads your body and muscles. Here is a video showing some of the differences. [[Wahoo Kickr ERG Mode - Does Gear Selection Matter?] ](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uHUOhmG04M8) This has been discussed in other threads. I will search and add links to them.

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