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 2009-03-29 11:22 AM |
Champion  5575    Butler |  Subject: Cassette QuestionSo I have moved to the PA mountains and need new gearing. Unfortunately my tri bike is not the best option for this but that is all I have. So I am working with shimano components. Currently have a double fron 39-53 and a 12-25 rear 9 speed cassette. I have been looking to get a deal on a 12-27 but have not found much. Today I stumbled on a 11-28 from Nashbar (see link below). First would this even be shimano compatible, is is for a road bike or MTB? Would this be a good option or would the spacing between gears be too great and should I look for a 12-27. Thanks.
http://www.nashbar.com/bikes/Product_10053_10052_175005_-1_200300__200300 Edited by kproudfoot 2009-03-29 11:39 AM |
| 2009-03-29 11:29 AM in reply to: #2046951 |
Regular 92 Orchard Park | Subject: RE: Cassette Question |
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Champion 5575 Butler | Subject: RE: Cassette Question How much is 40lbs in us$?? |
| 2009-03-29 11:54 AM in reply to: #2046951 |
Regular 92 Orchard Park | Subject: RE: Cassette Question you should be able to switch over to the US Currency on their website. |
| 2009-03-29 1:33 PM in reply to: #2046966 |
Pro 6767  the Alabama part of Pennsylvania | Subject: RE: Cassette Question kproudfoot - 2009-03-29 12:39 PM How much is 40lbs in us$?? A lot more than $17! (closer to $60). But you get what you pay for. I switched out my cassette for a 12-27, but my bike runs Ultegra SL, and I kept that level. I got it on sale last year for around $70 or $80. If you are willing to try to mix component systems like that, take a look at the SRAM for about $50. |
 2009-03-29 3:31 PM in reply to: #2046951 |
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Master 2701 Salisbury, North Carolina | Subject: RE: Cassette Question I purchased a 9 spd Ultegra 12-27 from Pro Bike Kit a few months ago for $ 40. Looks like they're currently out of stock. As said, 28 teeth may be past the limit of your current rear derailleur.... I think 27 is the max... just check it. Good luck. |
| 2009-03-29 5:00 PM in reply to: #2046951 |
| Champion 19812 MA | Subject: RE: Cassette Question I have Shimano Ultegra components 10 speed and the specs are max 27 but I raced with Sram 11-28 last year. It took a little to get it dialed in but it worked fine and gave me another gear. Other option is to change to a compact crank but that is more expensive than swapping out the cassette. |
| 2009-03-29 7:13 PM in reply to: #2046951 |
| Champion 5575 Butler | Subject: RE: Cassette Question Thanks for the help. I will pass on the 28 and just get a 27. |
| 2009-03-29 8:46 PM in reply to: #2046951 |
| Extreme Veteran 452 GA | Subject: RE: Cassette Question I actually have a SRAM 12-25 and tried to change it to a Shimano 12-27. I never could get dialed in. So I have a very lightly used shimano ultegra 9sp cs-6500 12-27 cassette sitting on my work bench in the garage. If you're interested, shoot me a pm. |
| 2009-03-29 10:02 PM in reply to: #2046951 |
| Veteran 290 | Subject: RE: Cassette Question I'd just go with a compact up front, it may cost more than a new cassette but will ultimatly give you more flexability. |
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