Mugshot
Cracking a solo.
I've had a bit of a search and can't find an answer so thought I'd ask.
I'm considering changing to an 11-30 from an 11-28 cassette. I've got a short cage derailleur and 52-36 on the front.
There seems to be some conflicting advise and opinions. Most of what I've read suggests that the 6800 series is fine up to 30t with some suggesting that it'll take up to 32t and it's only the Dura Ace which is still restricted to 28t, however, some of what I've read seems to be suggesting cataclysmic issues on a world wide scale if you even consider such a thing as 30t with a short cage.
Anybody know the definitive answer? My gut is telling me that it'll be fine as it would appear from the majority that the 6870 was up to 28t whereas the 6800 is a bit more versatile, but I'd rather not get it and find I'm wrong as I have no intention of buying a new derailleur as well, I'm not that bothered about 2 extra teeth.
I'm considering changing to an 11-30 from an 11-28 cassette. I've got a short cage derailleur and 52-36 on the front.
There seems to be some conflicting advise and opinions. Most of what I've read suggests that the 6800 series is fine up to 30t with some suggesting that it'll take up to 32t and it's only the Dura Ace which is still restricted to 28t, however, some of what I've read seems to be suggesting cataclysmic issues on a world wide scale if you even consider such a thing as 30t with a short cage.
Anybody know the definitive answer? My gut is telling me that it'll be fine as it would appear from the majority that the 6870 was up to 28t whereas the 6800 is a bit more versatile, but I'd rather not get it and find I'm wrong as I have no intention of buying a new derailleur as well, I'm not that bothered about 2 extra teeth.