Thread: 8-spd to 9-spd upgrade
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Old 06-02-10, 06:15 PM
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The 9 speed cassette will work just fine. Yes, you'll need a 9 speed chain as well. Rear derailleurs do not have speeds, so no worries there. With 8 speed cranks and a 9 speed chain you might have slightly slower shifting up front.
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