Road Cycling - 2 quick cassette questions

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phat bahsturd
07-15-03, 05:45 PM
Hi, i have 2 quick cassette related questions.

The rear triangle on my frame is 126 mm, I'm getting campy scirocco wheels with a 9 speed campy veloce cassette out back. Will I be able to fit the wheel in without spreading it?

Also, i'm wondering what combination you guys are riding. I'm going to have triple chainrings up front (30/42/52) and a 13/28 cassette... am i making it TOO easy for myself?

peloton
07-15-03, 07:44 PM
Answers:

1. No. All current Campy rear hubs are 130 mm.

2. Yes. Your lowest gear will be 30x28, almost one-to-one. That means that you'll have to spin at 120 rpm in that gear to go 10 mph. Considering that that's your granny gear for climbs, you'll probably be pedalling something more like 60 rpm, and going 5 mph. With a gear that low, you'll barely be able to stay upright. Unless you expect to be touring with huge loads, get a sensible 12-25.
phat bahsturd
07-16-03, 01:18 AM
Will it be possible to just cram it in there? I guess I'll find out when i get the wheel.... but a bike mechanic friend told me that i'd probably be able to fit it anyway.

Also, if i end up having to spread it, how difficult is it to do? How much would a LBS charge for it?

peloton
07-16-03, 07:09 AM
More answers:

1. Probably. It's just 2 mm on either side. The problem will be that, in the long term, it'll be a pain to get the wheel in and out if you get a flat. I assume it's a steel frame (with that spacing...).

2. Shouldn't be a problem. If it's a steel frame, your bike shop can do it. We do it at no cost, since it's not exactly labor intensive.