11-18-2008, 02:09 PM
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Batman Junior
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I don't get it either. Downshiftphobia apparently runs rampant. It's always trotted out as an argument against taller gearing.
If you don't want to shift... buy a what?
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I just did a 1500 km journey that took me through the northern part of the Appalachian Mountains. The loaded-down re-geared Flea was frequently trudging uphill in 4th gear, below the speed limit with the 4-way flashers going. Right along with the big trucks. Several times I had to downshift to 3rd. Big deal! I'll take 75 mpg, thank you.
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