Cassette
Discover a diverse selection of bicycle cassettes and sprockets, both for 6-speed, 7-speed and 8-speed gears. Our high-quality products from renowned brands such as Shimano and SRAM guarantee precise shifting and optimal performance. No matter whether you want to upgrade your bike or e-bike, you will find the right cassettes for a smooth riding experience with us.
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Cassette types
There are various types of bicycle cassettes, which differ according to the number of sprockets and the area of use. Standard cassettes are found on road bikes and offer a wide range of gears for different speeds and terrains. Mountain bike cassettes often have a larger sprocket gradation to make climbing on steep terrain easier. They are typically 10-speed, 11-speed or 12-speed, with the number of gears increasing the variety and fine-tuning of gear ratios. E-bike cassettes are specially reinforced to withstand the higher loads caused by the motor drive. Compact cassettes offer smaller sprockets and are ideal for hilly terrain and road cyclists who require frequent gear changes.
Cassette brands
There are numerous renowned brands that specialise in the production of high-quality bicycle cassettes. Shimano is one of the leading brands and offers a wide range of cassettes that are known for their reliability and precision. SRAM is another major manufacturer that uses innovative designs and durable materials. Campagnolo, known for its high-quality components in the road bike sector, also offers excellent cassettes that are specially adapted to their groupsets. SunRace and Miche are also popular brands that offer robust and high-performance cassettes for different types of bikes.
Materials and workmanship
The choice of material influences the durability and performance of a cassette. Aluminium is lightweight and is often used for the spider and some sprockets to reduce the overall weight. Steel is the most commonly used material for the sprockets as it is robust and durable. High-quality cassettes often combine materials to offer the best possible performance, such as aluminium carriers with steel sprockets or titanium sprockets for lower weight and higher corrosion resistance.
Technical features
Modern Velo cassettes have a variety of technical features that improve their performance and ease of maintenance. The number and gradation of sprockets influence the variety of gears and the ability to find the optimum gear ratio for different conditions. Some cassettes have stepped sprocket sizes to allow smoother gear changes. The shifting channels and ramps are specially designed to facilitate chain changes and increase shifting speed.
