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Rival to Dura-Ace? The cheapest monoblock cassette on AliExpress...
The reviewer discusses the ZTTO Black Cassette Ultralight, highlighting its monoblock construction, lightweight design, and impressive shifting performance. They mention purchasing it from AliExpress for £66 and being impressed by its value compared to high-end cassettes from Shimano and SRAM. The reviewer notes its durability based on their experience with other ZTTO mountain bike cassettes, though they haven't fully tested long-term durability yet. They also mention a minor drawback regarding limited freehub contact area but state it hasn't been an issue in practice.
AI-Summary
Pros
- Monoblock construction from a single block of steel
- Lightweight (199g for 11-28T)
- Excellent shifting performance
- Great value (£66 compared to £240-£352 for high-end alternatives)
- Durability appears good based on similar ZTTO mountain bike cassettes
- Impressed with overall performance
Cons
- Limited contact area with freehub (about half a centimeter at bottom, 8mm at top)
- Potential concern about freehub wear (though reviewer hasn't experienced issues)
- Long-term durability not fully tested (only 800 miles so far)
Key Points
- Monoblock construction
- 11-28 tooth configuration
- Weighs 199g
- Cost £66 from AliExpress
- Compatible with HG body hub
- Requires 40Nm lockring torque
- Used with Shimano 105 R7000 rear derailleur
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