On Fri, 03 Aug 2007 12:12:29 +0100, vernon wrote:
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> "Membrane" <[email protected]> wrote in message
> news:[email protected]...
>> Anyone know if it is possible to use a 11-34 cassette with a Shimano 105
>> triple? Manufacturer info says 27T maximum:
>> http://bike.shimano.com/catalog/cyc...<>ast_id=1408474395181674&bmUID=1185731961356
>>
>> I can't make out if the cage can be changed for a longer one.
>>
>> --
>> Membrane
>
> If you are lucky you'll get away with a 28 tooth sprocket.
>
> 105s a re road mechs and 11-34 is an MTB cassette needing something like a
> Deore rear mech. If you are a cheapskate Alivio will do the job.
The Ridgeback Velocity has a 28/38/48 triple chainring, an 11-34 MegaRange
cassette and an Alivio rear mech, so this appears to be a sufficiently
workable combination to be sold.
Best Regards,
Alex.
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