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MTB - Need new chain + cassette
My Avanti Barracuda MTB is due for a new chain since my current chain has
stretched a fair amount. Is it true that you must replace the cassette at the same time as you replace the chain in order for them to "mesh" properly? My bike currently has a Shimano 9-speed cassette on it (not sure of the exact specs). The 05 Barracuda comes with the Shimano CS-HG50 11-32 9spd. What should I be looking at spending for a new one? Is $100 reasonable? I assume the more expensive cassette are lighter. Are there any good websites to compare chain/cassette prices online? Thanks for your help. |
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I forgot to mention that my MTB has slick tyres as I do mainly road riding.
Is it possible to change the gearing to assist the slicks - I currently run out of gears? |
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"1013" wrote in message ...
Is it true that you must replace the cassette at the same time as you replace the chain in order for them to "mesh" properly? Yep What should I be looking at spending for a new one? Is $100 reasonable? I assume the more expensive cassette are lighter. Yep Are there any good websites to compare chain/cassette prices online? www.probikekit.com www.freedommachine.com.au www.phantomcycles.com.au I won't mention the 'c' word.. though they are a good reference point of what NOT to pay Gearing is up to you.. you may need to drop a few links from the chain if you change to lower gears... I'm no expert in this area... As for chains, grab a Wipperman/Connex.. best chains around IMHO and the little link thingy means easy removal for cleaning.. cheers, GPL |
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1013 Wrote: My Avanti Barracuda MTB is due for a new chain since my current chain has stretched a fair amount. Is it true that you must replace the cassette at the same time as you replace the chain in order for them to "mesh" properly? My bike currently has a Shimano 9-speed cassette on it (not sure of the exact specs). The 05 Barracuda comes with the Shimano CS-HG50 11-32 9spd. What should I be looking at spending for a new one? Is $100 reasonable? I assume the more expensive cassette are lighter. Are there any good websites to compare chain/cassette prices online? Thanks for your help. My Avanti Barracuda is just in for another bottom end refit. This seems to happen every 8000k or so. You will find that it's not only the chain and cassette that need replacing but also a few chainrings and bottom bracket. I not sure about changing the gearing, I am happy with the gearing at present. -- Dancier |
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1013 Wrote: Is it possible to change the gearing to assist the slicks - I currently run out of gears? If you've already got an 11-32, no. Your best bet would be to get something like a Shimano 105 road crankset, which has a 52 big ring vs 44 on your MTB. You'll lose your easier gears though - basically the smallest (easyist) ring on a road triple crank will be the same as the middle ring on a MTB crank. -- SomeGuy |
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"1013" wrote in message ... My Avanti Barracuda MTB is due for a new chain since my current chain has stretched a fair amount. Is it true that you must replace the cassette at the same time as you replace the chain in order for them to "mesh" properly? My bike currently has a Shimano 9-speed cassette on it (not sure of the exact specs). The 05 Barracuda comes with the Shimano CS-HG50 11-32 9spd. What should I be looking at spending for a new one? Is $100 reasonable? I assume the more expensive cassette are lighter. Are there any good websites to compare chain/cassette prices online? Thanks for your help. It's going to depend how badly you've worn the chain. You should get more than one chain per cassette. I would have thought that the weight of a cassette wouldn't make any significant difference, especially on a MTB. |
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SomeGuy Wrote: If you've already got an 11-32, no. Your best bet would be to get something like a Shimano 105 road crankset, which has a 52 big ring vs 44 on your MTB. You'll lose your easier gears though - basically the smallest (easyist) ring on a road triple crank will be the same as the middle ring on a MTB crank. Why replace the whole crankset? It should be possible to get larger chainwheel/s to fit the existing cranks. A 48 should do & you shouldn't need to also change the front derailleur. OTOH if you're under geared on an MTB that's only used on the road, why not get a road bike. Save your MTB for the dirt. -- Bikesoiler |
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"Bikesoiler" wrote in message ...
OTOH if you're under geared on an MTB that's only used on the road, why not get a road bike. Save your MTB for the dirt. As a dirtless MTB rider I can answer this one.. #1 strength, #2 braking power... Riding 80% shard paths on my commute, I find a road bike crumples when hitting unrestrained dogs, where as running them down on the MTB gives a 'bag of bones' end result and keeps on going.. Riding at night with a number of blind corners also sometimes requires quick off-road action and/or stopping distances that are not achievable on a roadie.. cheers, GPL |
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There is a substantial weight saving if you move up to a shimano XT rear cassette. I have never had to replace a cassette because I kept an eye on my chain wear. Every MTB (2 riders) in my garage has an XT 9 speed cassette which have been going for years. I reckon you should spring the dollars for an XT and then be nice to it (watch for chain wear) and you will have it for a long time. I also really like the wipperman chains. The 904 is a good chain at a nice price. -- Paulie-AU |
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As a dirtless MTB rider I can answer this one.. #1 strength, #2 braking
power... Riding 80% shard paths on my commute, I find a road bike crumples when hitting unrestrained dogs, where as running them down on the MTB gives a 'bag of bones' end result and keeps on going.. Riding at night with a number of blind corners also sometimes requires quick off-road action and/or stopping distances that are not achievable on a roadie.. Definintely agree with most of that. Would add to it: price both of the bike itself and replacement parts. Nice roadie bits are a lot more exxy. Comfort is also a factor for a commuter, as is ease of accessory mounting (mudguards, racks, etc). |
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