Sora vs Claris (cassette)

[cool_hand]

have been looking to pick-up a new 8 speed cassette.
current 8 speed is Sora but looking around now they're not that easy to find, most are Claris.
will I notice any discernible quality between Sora and Claris or is it just branding/marketing?

 

[DCLane]

It's because 8-speed Sora was discontinued about 9 years ago and it went to 9-speed.

Shimano 2300 then Claris were the 8-speed replacements. Any 8 speed cassette with a Shimano-type fitting (SRAM, etc) with the same cassette range will work the same way.

 

[CanucksTraveller]

No you won't notice a difference whatsoever. Cassette wise the old 8 speed Sora is the same as the 8 speed Claris really.

 

[cool_hand]

It's because 8-speed Sora was discontinued about 9 years ago and it went to 9-speed.

Can I replace the 8=speed Sora with the 9 speed without any issues?

 

[DCLane]

Can I replace the 8=speed Sora with the 9 speed without any issues?

It won't work as the Shifting range is different; you'd need different shifters and rear derailleur. Old Sora was 8 speed so it's an 8 speed replacement.

 

[vickster]

Just get an 8 speed Shimano or SRAM cassette with the same tooth pattern
Cassettes are consumables, doesn’t really matter what brand or range