Quote Originally Posted by Grasshoppergirl View Post
I think the compact with the bike that fits the best along with the training. I used to have a triple, but switched to a compact with a carbon bike and worked fine for a Colorado tour. I haven't done a Moab tour, though DH has done a few, but I think the climbs are long 6% +,not double digit % as debated in the Map My Ride/Garmin thread. Enjoy your tour!
Yes, I was confused by the Garmin thread and the double digit %'s. The steepest grades I've seen in Moab or similar terrain is 8% ( based on the road signs, I don't have a Garmin).

And @katluver, yes, I think taking 'pinkie' will work out great, especially if you are so comfortable on it. When are you headed to Moab ? If within the next month or so you are in for some great weather !