Installing a 9-speed Cassette On A 10-speed Hub – Possible….or a Dream?
A 9-speed Shimano or SRAM MTB cassette can be installed on a 10-speed Shimano or SRAM MTB hub right away. A 9-speed cassette is wider than a 10-speed road cassette…
The Compatibility Of 9-speed Cassettes and 11-speed Hubs Analyzed
Condensed Answer: A 9-speed SRAM or Shimano cassette can be installed on an 11-speed MTB SRAM or Shimano hub right away. A 9-speed SRAM or Shimano cassette will require a…
Combining a 10-speed Cassette And An 8-speed Hub The Right way
Shimano and SRAM 10-speed cassettes can be installed on 8-speed hubs because 8,9 and 10-speed cassettes have similar widths. However, a Campagnolo 10-speed cassette won't fit on an original 8-speed…
Can You Put an 8-speed Cassette On an 11-speed Hub?
Condensed answer: An 8-speed cassette can be installed on an 11-speed hub. If the hub is designed for an MTB, the cassette should fit right away. If the hub is…
The Compatibility Of 7-speed Cassettes and 11-speed Hubs
A 7-speed cassette can be installed on an 11-speed hub. Since 7-speed cassettes are narrower than 11-speed cassettes, the installation will require the use of a spacer to make up…
Aero Bars Aren’t Made For Mountain Bike Systems But…
Technically, aero bars can be installed on a mountain bike. However, they offer dubious benefits given the geometry and function of an MTB. In most cases, the practice isn't worth…
Aero Bars Have No Place On a Hybrid Bicycle
The geometry and purpose of hybrid bicycles do not make them suitable for aero bars. Putting aero bars on a hybrid results in instability and a non-satisfactory riding experience. The…
Aero Spokes vs. Normal Spokes (Full Comparison)
This post compares the advantages and disadvantages of aero (bladed) and normal (round) spokes. The Advantages of Aero Spokes More Aerodynamic The shape of aero (bladed) spokes allows them to…
My Detailed Comparison of Double-Butted And Plain Gauge Spokes
This post compares the advantages and disadvantages of plain gauge and double-butted spokes. Definitions Plain gauge spokesPlain gauge spokes are the same thickness from one end to the other.Double-butted Spokes…
Let Me Tell You About Titanium And Double Butted Spokes…
This post compares the advantages and disadvantages of titanium and double-butted spokes. The Advantages of Titanium Spokes Lighter One of the strongest features of titanium spokes is their weight. They're…