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I think the numbers are stamped on the cassette - just can't tell you where since I didn't ride my bike in today. I just replaced one, and the mechanic just took a look at the old one to verify what it was - he did it while I was standing there, and he certainly didn't count.
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08-22-2005, 07:22 AM #1
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Attention Equipment Geeks! I have a rear cassette question
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How can I tell what gears my rear cassette encompasses? When I look at the technical specs on Specialized's page for my bike, it says my bike came standard with a 12/25 rear cassette, but my husband is convinced the guy told us it was a 12/27. How can I find out for sure? Do I have to do a rollout?
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08-22-2005, 07:26 AM #2
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08-22-2005, 07:27 AM #3
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Just count the teeth on the smallest cog and the largest cog.
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08-22-2005, 07:32 AM #4
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Ha! DUH!!!!!! Can I delete this entire thread to save my pride???
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08-22-2005, 07:37 AM #5
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Another way.... Count each tooth twice, then divide by 2!
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08-22-2005, 07:39 AM #6
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Your secret is safe with us!
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08-22-2005, 07:45 AM #7
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Oh no, it's posted here for God and everybody to see just how stupid I truly am.
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08-22-2005, 10:04 AM #8
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Just so you aren't in suspense, it is a 12/25. I think I want a cassette with a 34 for my little gear. I think it would help my climbing immensely.
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08-22-2005, 10:17 AM #9
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Whoosh! I've been holding my breath. Inquiring minds wanted to know!
Originally Posted by slinkedog
Just so you aren't in suspense, it is a 12/25. I think I want a cassette with a 34 for my little gear. I think it would help my climbing immensely.
Me likes 34! The kneesies think 34 is super nifty. Just remember, the 34 might want a new derailleur.Frends know gud humors when dey is hear it. ~ Da Crockydiles of ZZE.
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08-22-2005, 10:21 AM #10
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Oh, I didn't know that. Well, Christmas is coming. Maybe I'll ask for a new rear cassette and derailleur from Santa. I'd like a new front derailleur, too. Mine is kinda wacky.
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08-22-2005, 12:27 PM #11
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Well, here's hoping Santa hooks you up.
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08-22-2005, 02:07 PM #12
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If it makes ya feel any better Slinke: I counted my rear cassette on the Peugeot so I would know what gearing I had, but the next time my LBS asked me about it...........gosh darned if I could remember! rofl
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08-22-2005, 02:28 PM #13
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CM... forgetfulness is NOT the same as dumb, contrary to what my 14 year old daughter thinks. So don't feel bad.
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08-24-2005, 06:04 PM #14
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All 4 of my bikes have 12-34 cassettes on them. And they aren't all mtn bikes! My road bike has one too. I can climb damn near anything. I love it!!!! Originally Posted by slinkedog
Just so you aren't in suspense, it is a 12/25. I think I want a cassette with a 34 for my little gear. I think it would help my climbing immensely.
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08-24-2005, 08:11 PM #15
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Hey Surly and SadieKate... do you guys have a triple in the front? I'm concerned that if I get a 34 with my 30 in the front, I'll be spinning out if I'm in both my littlest gears.
