Originally Posted by
scotch
My LBS installed a Deore XT 11-40 on my Jamis Exploit (50/34 up front). All it required was the Road Link ($20) and a slightly longer chain. Pulls through all gears, including big/big (not that you'd wanna do that). Shifting is pretty spot on.
I have often wondered where the weight of a larger cassette plus compact crank is heavier than a subcompact crank and smaller cassette.
Also, where the cost of a larger cassette and compact crank is compared to a subcompact crank and smaller cassette.
Thats impressive for sure- i have the roadlink shifting an 11-36 and its apparently not even close to its limit looking at that!