Point being that then I wouldn't need to change the tyres. Just a quick change of wheels (I have a Specialized Diverge – so one would be a road set and the other either muddy or a winter set with studs).
Or.. would it be better that when I change the wheels, I also change the cassette? The cassette itself would have the same size cogs. The hubs are the same.
I'm only asking about the fact that one might be a tad more worn out (not that worn out that needs replacement). I've heard that when you change the chain for example you should also change the cassette – because the teeth might not "bite" exactly any more?
I assume the disc rotors shouldn't cause any problems?
by Double-decker_trams
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Commenting for more engagement, but i ( not a mechanic or very experienced) too think if you don’t use them both regularly there could be a slipping issue sooner or later on the newer cassette
Regarding the brake rotors I even have to do realignment sometimes when I just get the same wheel in and out, but that’s a quick release issue. Hope you have through axles😅.
Braking power shouldn’t be affected too much if the rotors aren’t horribly worn.
Again I’m just a “trying to fix some things myself” guy
Having the relatively inexpensive tool to change the cassette is always a good idea! Saves a lot of money and is easily done in 15 to 30 minutes once you have done it 2 ir three times
Grab a chain checker—they’re cheap and actually save money. If you replace the chain early, you can usually go through 2 or 3 chains before needing a new cassette and then you wont have any compatibility issues with the other cassette too.
You can get a second chain and use it only with the other cassette if you’re worried about it.
just send it, its gonna be fine
I don’t think it’s an issue. Replace your chains early enough, replace the cassette(s) when either chain slips (or just makes a lot of noise or shifts badly).
Only with chainrings you really have to be careful. Worn chain on new chainring can lead to bad chainsuck which can make you crash or damage the frame.
Unfortunately I’ve found that even small differences in the wheelsets can make it necessary to adjust the derailleur and brakes which negates a lot of the benefit. But hopefully with identical hubs it will just work for you.
For peace of mind, not necessity, you could simply have a chain dedicated to each wheelset and use a quick link. Unofficially, you can get a couple changes out of a quick link. Keep some spares on hand and in your on-bike toolkit.
Easy solution is to have a chain for each cassette. Swap them both at the same time. I do it with my 1 wheelset and it’s handy to have a clean set ready to go. Rotors might rub, especially if the wheel brands are different. You can sometimes shim one rotor outwards to make them match.