Has anyone changed the cassette to increase gear range?

Mathew nice video
What are the teeth numbers on a 10-52 dinner plate cassette.
10,12,14,16,18,21,24,28,32,36,42,52
Gear ratio 129-24.7
Speed at 80 rpm cadence: 30.7, 25.6, 21.9, 19.2, 17.1, 14.6, 12.8, 10.9, 9.6, 8.5, 7.3, 5.9

How heavy is it compared to a 2x?
I don't know. Heavier cassette, but one less chainring and no derailleur/cable/shifter.

how long does a 12 speed chain last compared to a eight speed.
You sent me down the rabbit hole for this one, Jond. I found this at cyclingtips:
"It’s commonly thought that chains have become less durable as extra cogs have been added to the rear cassette, but seemingly, that is a misconception.
With lessons learned in materials engineering, metal treatments and design, many 11-speed chains improved in durability over 10-speed chains, and it seems the same applies for certain brands of 12-speed chains, too."

Do you feel locked in to sram now.?
I would switch if given enough reason. I'm moderately satisfied now.
 

jond

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What are the teeth numbers on a 10-52 dinner plate cassette.
10,12,14,16,18,21,24,28,32,36,42,52
Gear ratio 129-24.7
Speed at 80 rpm cadence: 30.7, 25.6, 21.9, 19.2, 17.1, 14.6, 12.8, 10.9, 9.6, 8.5, 7.3, 5.9

How heavy is it compared to a 2x?
I don't know. Heavier cassette, but one less chainring and no derailleur/cable/shifter.

how long does a 12 speed chain last compared to a eight speed.
You sent me down the rabbit hole for this one, Jond. I found this at cyclingtips:
"It’s commonly thought that chains have become less durable as extra cogs have been added to the rear cassette, but seemingly, that is a misconception.
With lessons learned in materials engineering, metal treatments and design, many 11-speed chains improved in durability over 10-speed chains, and it seems the same applies for certain brands of 12-speed chains, too."

Do you feel locked in to sram now.?
I would switch if given enough reason. I'm moderately satisfied now.

mathew thanks for the reply. When I see one in the flesh I’ll probably get over myself lol. Cheers.
 
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