Yes, going to a 32 or 34 would be a noticeable change. The caution is to be aware the RD may not be able to handle it. I was shocked when my buddy's set-up worked. But nothing lost if it can't handle the large cog, at that point you change the RD as well.
Changing cranks can get somewhat involved with the bottom brackets chainline, FD travel, etc. Fortunately, RBWHQ would be able to advise you on a good workable set-up to meet your needs. Having bar ends solves a lot of problems. For instance, if you're fine with friction & see a 9 speed that works for you, that's an option. You could go to a triple in front with no need to change shifter. Separate levers are a Major Good Thing. dougP On Sep 25, 3:01 pm, lungimsam <[email protected]> wrote: > > I have bar-end shifters. > > > Shimano 10speed SIS/Friction for RD. > > Shimano Friction on the FD. > > I do not tour, but carry commuting loads of less than 10lbs on rear rack. > > It is just that the 34 x 27 is too hard for me on local hills. Would going > to a 32 or 34 cassette in the rear make that much of a difference? Swapping > a cassette does sound like the least expensive idea. > > > > - Hide quoted text - > > - Show quoted text - -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to [email protected]. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to [email protected]. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
