What hubs can I use with a SRAM cassette?

chriscdesign
chriscdesign Posts: 40
edited July 2009 in Road buying advice
I have a pair of Zipp Mid V wheels, that have an 8 speed cassette (Hope hubs). I want to have the rear wheel rebuilt so I can use it on my Boardman Team Carbon (SRAM 10 speed). BTW, awesome bike!

So, what hub can I use? Plus, how much is a reasonable price to have the wheel rebuilt? Its a fabulous wheel and I really would like to ride again.

Thanks for your help. Oh, I live in Ireland so any Paddy's out there, your input would be great!

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  • dennisn
    dennisn Posts: 10,601
    Any Shimano compatible 10 spd. hub will take your Sram cassette.
  • maddog 2
    maddog 2 Posts: 8,114
    10spd should go straight on that hub. SRAM cassettes often don't even need a spacer either. Give it a try.
    Facts are meaningless, you can use facts to prove anything that's remotely true! - Homer
  • chriscdesign
    chriscdesign Posts: 40
    Huh! I guess I will give that a try. The hub is quite old, about 15 years old. It currently has a Shimano compatible cassette on it - the age surely must a rate determining speed here?
  • maddog 2
    maddog 2 Posts: 8,114
    8 and 9 and 10 speed Shimano freehubs are the same width, so changing cassettes is usually pretty straightforward. A 1 or 2mm spacer is usually all it takes, depending on make/model of cassette.
    Facts are meaningless, you can use facts to prove anything that's remotely true! - Homer
  • chriscdesign
    chriscdesign Posts: 40
    Ok, thats cool. I had a look at the cassette itself, its a Sachs but it was for a Shimano geared bike (dearly departed Zipp 2001!!).

    Ok, I have to find a bike shop in town (Dublin) and see what they can do. I also need tubs as well.

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