Advice needed on gearing choice for Brompton 2 speed

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jay clock

jay clock

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Hampshire UK
Ok in case anyone needs this for future reference (reminder it is a 3 speed hub version) I have changed the 50T chainring for a 44T and it seems just about right for me now. I know others like bigger gears but I don't!. The 2014 (and poss 2013) has a 5 point spider so easy to replace. I would recommend a special tool for holding the rear of the bolts in place. Mine has been around for years but is something like this http://www.blissbikes.co.uk/images/MAD/qkcnw2.jpg - also it is one of those tasks that is easy to f*** up big time with the saw teeth waiting to get you.
 
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