I have new Kona Sutra 2024 https://konaworld.com/products/sutra-sh which I plan to use in coming summer for some touring mostly in Finland.
By now I have ridden around 200km with it in total and while it is fine bike I wish I had a bit lower granny gear. Ofc situation gets better in summer as I get more fit after winter break but I think I could use some upgrade in this respect.
While I have road cycled few years I'm not too knowledgeable in bike tech and gear ranges. Considering I have the Kona Sutra 2024 with GRX parts what options do I have with my chain ring and cassette to get a bit lower gearing? Routes in Finland can quite hilly but there isn't any long ascents. I plan to carry full camping kit with me.
Thanks for any pointers. I'm mainly confused on which parts would fit into this specific bike.
by sanegulp
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The cheapest option to get lower gearing is change the crankset with the Shimano Cues FC-U4010-2 40/26 tooth chainrings.
can be had for ~25€
Easiest/cheapest is some combination of smaller chainring(s) and bigger cassette within the derailleur capacity. You may be able to use a derailleur link from Wolf Tooth to run a bigger cassette.