[danm224]

Hi guys,

So I’ve just recently within the last 12 weeks or so got into road cycling to improve my fitness and so far I’m really enjoying it.

I know soon the weather will get worse and nights will get darker so i’m looking at getting a turbo trainer to try and maintain my fitness through the winter months.

A couple of smart trainers i’m looking at come with 11 speed cassettes already on them, however the bike i’m riding at the moment only has a 9 speed cassette (11-34T).

So my question is (and may be a stupid one!)… Am i better buying a turbo trainer without a cassette for cheaper and using the cassette from my rear wheel, or can you “adapt” the 11 speed cassette on the trainer to remove a couple of cogs to make it a 9 speed cassette or is it not as simple as that? As i’m assuming I can’t just attach my bike and start riding due to the difference in cassettes?

Any help would be much appreciated, thanks in advance.

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[roadrunner23]

Shouldn’t have a problem with

Shouldn’t have a problem with either Direto or Suito with a long cage but you might need a spacer for a 9 speed cassette but it is very easy to change cassettes with a chain whip and a lock ring tool. If you don’t already have these already, don’t worry they don’t cost much and make a good start to your cycling toolbox, while you’re at it a chain tool, chain wear indicator guage and a set of master link pliers will allow you to do most easy maintaince jobs.

[AlsoSomniloquism]

Be aware that a nine speed

Be aware that a nine speed chain could be too wide for an 11 speed cassette anyway so would definitely need the 9 cassette and as Boo mentioned plus maybe the tools. 

Another option could always be a wheels on trainer but normally need specific trainer tyres for that. However the saving in cost for the trainer could easily cover a spare wheel, tyre and spare cassette. 

Also additionally source a good powerful fan or two, a floor mat and some gym towels, one for the bike and handlebars and one for you. You will get warm and sweaty with no breezes to cool you down. 

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