I don't have any problems shifting 9 (and mix-and-match cogs -- ie,
non-aligned ramps -- too) off road with Silver bar end shifters. In fact,
with Retrofriction dt shifters, 10 (this time stock cassettes) shifted
wonderfully.

AAYMMV.


On Mon, Feb 24, 2014 at 11:30 PM, Michael <john11.2...@gmail.com> wrote:

> While I need to replace my chain now, I was wondering if swapping out my 9
> speed chain and cassette to an 8 speed chain/cassette would be a good idea
> for better friction-ing while I am at it.
>
> I hear the cogs are wider apart which makes for truer shift and less
> auto-shifting.
>
> My 9 speed cassette and Silver shifter does well, but I do get some
> auto-shifts, probably because I don't always land the chain squarely on the
> next cog and I am wondering if going to an 8 speed would help a bit.
>
> Anything I need to know about this, or just swap the parts and adjust the
> derailer limit screws if needed in case the cassette width differs from the
> existing 9 speed? I am guessing the Silver shifter would be fine for 8
> speed. I plan to keep the same toothcount for the biggest cog.
>
> Any info is appreciated.
>
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