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 2014-08-10 3:32 PM |
 163  |  Subject: Changing cassetteIs there an easy way to change a cassette at home without specialized tools? I recently upgraded to an 11 speed and I need to change the cassette on my zipps to an 11 speed to match (previously had a 10 speed). |
| 2014-08-10 3:46 PM in reply to: Rdracer99 |
| 207 | Subject: RE: Changing cassette At the very least you need the cassette tool, a towel, and a wrench. whip tool works wonders but you can grab it with a towel and use monkey strength. |
| 2014-08-10 3:53 PM in reply to: Tryrn |
| Subject: RE: Changing cassette Originally posted by Tryrn At the very least you need the cassette tool, a towel, and a wrench. whip tool works wonders but you can grab it with a towel and use monkey strength. I'd recommend the tools, they're cheap and it's stupid easy-said because I am completely un-mechanical and even I can do it Monkey strength may end up with a nice cassette shaped scar |
| 2014-08-10 5:13 PM in reply to: Rdracer99 |
| Subject: RE: Changing cassette You need a couple specialty tools but they're not all that much and it frees you up to be able to change them out yourself rather than having to go to the LBS. If you're going from 10 to 11 you have to make sure your freewheel hub is actually an 11 speed. |
| 2014-08-10 5:17 PM in reply to: Rdracer99 |
Regular 233 Clermont, Florida | Subject: RE: Changing cassette Changing the cassete is easy with the right tools. The problem is if you have an old set of Zipps, you cannot run an 11 speed. The freehub has got to be replaced as well, as the spacing is different. Put another way, you can run a 10 speed on an 11 speed freehub (with a spacer), but you can not run an 11 speed on a 10 speed freehub. Zipp has freehub replacement kits depending on the age of your wheelset, and some full service bike facilities will perform the service for you at a charge. For example: http://www.trisports.com/zipp-10sp-to-11sp-conversion-kit.html IMHO this is not a changeout to be performed by your average garage bike mechanic. I've already run into this problem afetr upgrading. Hoping to save you trouble. |
| 2014-08-10 5:43 PM in reply to: ChrisM |
| 207 | Subject: RE: Changing cassette |
| 2014-08-10 6:46 PM in reply to: Rdracer99 |
| 265 Denver, Colorado | Subject: RE: Changing cassette Buy a chai whip. I find myself doing a very deep drive train cleaning and removing each cog a lot more since I punches mine. |
| 2014-08-10 8:44 PM in reply to: #5037761 |
| 163 | Subject: RE: Changing cassette Thanks all. I guess I'll buy the tools. Just FYI, it's an 11 speed hub with a 10 speed cassette and a spacer. |
| 2014-08-10 8:55 PM in reply to: Brian W |
1055 | Subject: RE: Changing cassette As others have said, a chain whip and lockring are all you need. A must for cleaning your cassette. When you take off the cassette, if there is a spacer after you've taken off the cassette, there is a good chance you've already gotten a 11 speed compatible hub. If not, you should probably reach out to Zipp to find out what it'll take. |
| 2014-08-11 8:43 AM in reply to: ziggie204 |
Master 1946 Memphis, TN | Subject: RE: Changing cassette The tools to remove your cassette are pretty cheap. Just the proper cassette lock nut thing and a chain whip. Chain Whip is about $20 Cassette lock nut thing $7 or so depending on your cassette Having the right tool for the job will save you time and possible damage to your expensive components |
| 2014-08-11 12:22 PM in reply to: Rdracer99 |
Pro 6582 Melbourne FL Gold member | Subject: RE: Changing cassette I bought the Nashbar branded tools for doing this when they had a 50% tools sale. Makes for an easy job. Right now they're listed $2.00 off at $12.99 each. Chain whip tool
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| 2014-08-11 1:12 PM in reply to: Tryrn |
Member 49 Bossier City | Subject: RE: Changing cassette Originally posted by Tryrn lol yes... but scars are sexy  Scars are only sexy if you have a cool story to go with them. I'm not sure using monkey strength to change a cassette qualifies.  |
| 2014-08-11 1:19 PM in reply to: WaltRitchie |
Sensei Sin City | Subject: RE: Changing cassette May want to get a large adjustable wrench as well for the locking tool. You can use channel lock pliers, but the adjustable wrench is more secure to me and give a bit more leverage.
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| 2014-08-11 4:29 PM in reply to: Kido |
Veteran 629 Grapevine, TX | Subject: RE: Changing cassette Cost of most shops to do this will cover the cost of the tools. That's just about true with anything you can do on your bike(s). And the more bikes or options you have, the more you'll make those changes depending on the race or training you're doing. So a worthwhile investment. |
| 2014-08-11 4:44 PM in reply to: FranzZemen |
| Subject: RE: Changing cassette Originally posted by FranzZemen Cost of most shops to do this will cover the cost of the tools. That's just about true with anything you can do on your bike(s). And the more bikes or options you have, the more you'll make those changes depending on the race or training you're doing. So a worthwhile investment. Yep, when I started out, the idea of changing cassettes for races seemed so ... advanced and technical. I do it all the time now. If I had to go to the shop to do it (or risk monkey scars!) it would cost (and hurt) a ton. |
| 2014-08-11 5:52 PM in reply to: ChrisM |
Resident Curmudgeon 25290 The Road Back Gold member | Subject: RE: Changing cassette Originally posted by ChrisM Originally posted by FranzZemen Cost of most shops to do this will cover the cost of the tools. That's just about true with anything you can do on your bike(s). And the more bikes or options you have, the more you'll make those changes depending on the race or training you're doing. So a worthwhile investment. Yep, when I started out, the idea of changing cassettes for races seemed so ... advanced and technical. I do it all the time now. If I had to go to the shop to do it (or risk monkey scars!) it would cost (and hurt) a ton. Frankly, with proper tools it's easier and faster to change a cassette than to fix a rear wheel flat. |
| 2014-08-11 6:49 PM in reply to: the bear |
| Subject: RE: Changing cassette Originally posted by the bear Originally posted by ChrisM Originally posted by FranzZemen Cost of most shops to do this will cover the cost of the tools. That's just about true with anything you can do on your bike(s). And the more bikes or options you have, the more you'll make those changes depending on the race or training you're doing. So a worthwhile investment. Yep, when I started out, the idea of changing cassettes for races seemed so ... advanced and technical. I do it all the time now. If I had to go to the shop to do it (or risk monkey scars!) it would cost (and hurt) a ton. Frankly, with proper tools it's easier and faster to change a cassette than to fix a rear wheel flat. Very true |
| 2014-08-11 6:56 PM in reply to: Kido |
| Subject: RE: Changing cassette Originally posted by Kido May want to get a large adjustable wrench as well for the locking tool. You can use channel lock pliers, but the adjustable wrench is more secure to me and give a bit more leverage.
I use a 10 inch long adjustable wrench because I already had one. But if you don't already have one, then may as well get the lock ring tool that is already made with a handle. Like this. Makes it a lot easier if you're constantly swapping cassettes like I am. |
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