9 sp HG cassette vs. Ultegra cassette
bcdrums wrote:
The next time I replace my chain I will replace my 9 speed cassette too,
it's looking worn. I have a Shimano 13-25 cassette now, will replace it
with a 14-25 (which adds a midrange 18T between 17T & 19T).
This cassette seems to be available in two models, a HG-50 for $31, and
an Ultegra for $96. The two cassettes are almost identical in weight,
only a 2g difference and are identical in cog configuration. For me, it
seems the obvious choice is the HG at $31. It is hard to believe that
the HG Ultegra will last three times longer than the HG, or shift three
times better. Is there something I am missing?
The cassette will go onto an Ultegra hub that is about 5 years old. Is
there any compatibility issue?
While it may not matter to you, the individual sprockets of
a HG-50 may be swapped around but not on the CS-6500, which
has rivetted carriers.
For 2g and $65 I would suggest the HG-50. Or a SRAM product.
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