I agree about the 10T. I would happily have a 50-12 and run a 30T or 32T front depending on terrain (based on a 29" wheeled bike). My ideal cassette would be: 12, 14, 16, 18, 20, 22, 24, 28, 33, 39, 44, 50. Nice smooth gaps between each gear.
It surprised me when SRAM went from 11 speed to Eagle that they did not change the 42 to a 44 and the 36 to a 39.
I agree with some of the comments regarding chain length and derailleur length especially the long derailleur cage grabbing debris off the trail/ forest floor and jamming. This has not been an issue with AXS Eagle as the derailleur cage is not as long and is more tucked out of the way.
Jan. 28, 2020, 2:55 p.m. - AndrewR
I agree about the 10T. I would happily have a 50-12 and run a 30T or 32T front depending on terrain (based on a 29" wheeled bike). My ideal cassette would be: 12, 14, 16, 18, 20, 22, 24, 28, 33, 39, 44, 50. Nice smooth gaps between each gear. It surprised me when SRAM went from 11 speed to Eagle that they did not change the 42 to a 44 and the 36 to a 39. I agree with some of the comments regarding chain length and derailleur length especially the long derailleur cage grabbing debris off the trail/ forest floor and jamming. This has not been an issue with AXS Eagle as the derailleur cage is not as long and is more tucked out of the way.