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Should I change the cassette?

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  • March 21, 2017 at 6:52 pm #26918
    multimodal

    I normally use my road bike to commute but in a bid to exercise more, I’m using it for training too. This means I’m encountering hills that I previously didn’t come up against. 

    I run a compact up front and an 11-28 at the rear. I haven’t hit a hill I couldn’t get up but a couple have left meet completely out of breath. 

    My question is, should I change the cassette or persevere? I want to my fitness to progress quickly. Any advice?

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  • March 21, 2017 at 8:32 pm #889457
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    StraelGuy

    I’m with dottigirl and python

    I’m with dottigirl and python on this question and run a 28 myself. I have a short local hill that I attempt occasionally that practically has me wearing my lungs on the outside at the top but I can do it. Sure, it would be easier with a 32 but pride and training value (and not wanting to look like a mountain biker yes ) prevent me from fitting one.

    March 21, 2017 at 8:17 pm #889455
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    dottigirl

    Where do you live that

    Where do you live that compact plus 11-28 is not enough? That’s been fine for me in most of Wales.

     

    Bear in mind, you will need to change the chain and possibly the rear mech too. 

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