Double Chain Ring...yikes

[Ciao]

but you're losing on the front when you choose a double.

the weight - 8 kg versus 12 for a MTB - is rather noticeable but the gearing will hurt more. Ok, 4-5 kg do hurt.

You live in Italy. You don't have to take a package deal. A store can swap out stuff for you.

I'm thinking the 28 cassette gets me down to a 32.8.... oops, yeah, you're right.

My brother is coming to visit - so I'm trying to do this all remotely and have him bring it with him - which adds to the fear factor. (Have you seen that exchange rate?!)