Gear ratios and w/kg - Nate's list from #278

It depends on the trails where you ride. Do you have long climbs, or are they short and punchy? If the former, 32-50 would work better. If the latter, 34-46 may be fine (although my preference would still be for 32-50).

I think Nate’s recommendation is based on what works best assuming you’ll be riding longer climbs (like in Cape Epic, or Leadville).