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Miyata 1000 5 sp Original (Robin)   Back
Front: 50/40/28
Rear: 14-30
LowRatio: 0.93
HighRatio: 3.6
Range: 387%
LowInch: 25
HighInch: 97

This is my Miyata 1000 with the original 5 speed freewheel and 40 spoke rear wheel. It is still usable, but in 2023 I switched the rear wheel for a cassette version. I used it for many touring trips like Port Renfrew, and also around town for fun trips. This was the best touring bike in 1986. It has a 3x5 transmission. The rear cogs are the old style freewheel. In driving it, I can't remember needing a higher gear, but I certainly use the lowest gear to grind up those hills in North Vancouver, and also to get up the big hill coming out of Port Renfrew.