Few years back, after a muddy landrun, I converted to 1x. I'm running an 11/42 rear cassette, with a XT RD, with a tan pan, and ultegra front shifters. I am wanting to retire the bike to the smart trainer, so want to go back to my 2x. My question is, can I use the tan pan/XT & the 42t set up in the back, with my 46/36 rings. Not real worried about gear jumps, as most of Rouvy is freaking climbing, but has long, big % grades. I'm old, and just want things a touch less painful at times. Thanks.
