Originally Posted by
mosburger
The segment qualifying rules are not that steep
36 segments for Silver (OW Ruby)
72 segments for Gold (OW Sapphire)
186 segments for Platinum (OW Emerald)
and Gold tier is valid for 24 months so you have 2 years time to either renew with 130 or move up to Platinum with 186 segments.
I personally renew on number of flights rather than miles/points as I fly non-AY in economy, but quite a number of short segments.