Tag: 52-36 chainset

In cycling, 52-36 refers to the chainring configuration on a bike’s crankset. Here’s a breakdown:

  1. 52: This is the number of teeth on the larger chainring. The larger the number, the harder it is to pedal but the faster you can go at high speeds on flat or downhill sections.
  2. 36: This is the number of teeth on the smaller chainring. The smaller the number, the easier it is to pedal, which is helpful for climbing hills or riding in lower gears.