could I need a new cassette?

yadnom1973
yadnom1973 Posts: 45
edited June 2015 in Workshop
I had trouble with my chain stretching so I removed a few links but now when cycling it’s slipping on the smaller sprockets in the cassette. I will order a new chain but could I need a new cassette too and if so how can I tell?

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  • NeXXus
    NeXXus Posts: 854
    Pics of cassette please. Having to shorten the chain might suggest the cassette has also worn, no way to tell.
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  • yadnom1973
    yadnom1973 Posts: 45
    Ill take some pic give me a sec
  • yadnom1973
    yadnom1973 Posts: 45
    how to add pictures? what’s this /img about?
  • yadnom1973
    yadnom1973 Posts: 45
    Ok so I uploaded a picture to flicker here’s the link:

    https://www.flickr.com/photos/72122298@N04/18586678418/in/dateposted-public/
  • k-dog
    k-dog Posts: 1,652
    It's hard to tell but it does look quite worn.

    Best way to tell is to measure the chain. 12 links should be 12". If it measures 1/16" more then a new chain should mesh okay. If it's 1/8" then you need a cassette too.
    I'm left handed, if that matters.
  • dj58
    dj58 Posts: 2,223
    That does look worn, is it the same age/mileage as the 2yrs plus chain you mentioned in your other posts? I would bite the bullet and buy a new cassette to go with your new chain, then keep on top of checking the new components regularly for wear.

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