Winter ratio

What's everyone's gear ratio for the winter? Or what's your favorite gear ratio?
I am riding a 42/14 currently. My summer bike is 48/16. The 42/14 starts off well, with a good push and I can get going fast, but also slow down well. Also, when that wind picks up I can handle it! But 48/16 is my favorite, simple but fast.

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Permalink Reply by DavID on October 4, 2009 at 2:34am

Smartwool socks!!! But i will be running 44x17, worked great last year. i like to spin alot in winter because i stay warmer, less stress in the knees too. It is also great for when snow is packed in the fenders. Oh, and Jester still rocks!

Permalink Reply by ERP on October 20, 2009 at 10:55am

Mine is like 40-43/15. I like to spin more to keep me warm. Does anyone else feel that the wind in Chicago gets about 1000x worse in the winter also?

Permalink Reply by Brian Thomas on October 26, 2009 at 4:12pm

I run 44x18 on my winter/rain bike. I feel like lower ratios work better with the lower tire pressure I run during the winter months. 46x15 on my other bikes.