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    Question Understanding my cassette options.

    Hi there, I am looking to upgrade my cassette for the hills but I'm not entirely sure what my options are. On my Trek 1.7 I am running a Shimano 105 52-39 crank with a Shimano 105 CS-5700 11-28 cassette. My rear derailleur is a Shimano Ultegra 10 speed RD-6600, short cage I believe. (Not...
  2. How To Gear Changing Guide for Cycling Beginners

    Cycling is a sport of relentless, perpetual action and its arena is the real world, which means constant adjustments for terrain, weather and those sharing the road. Knowing how and when to switch gears is one of the most fundamental skills in a rider's arsenal. 1. Have Respect For the Road In...