When using a larger cassette than is recommended for a rear derailleur (GRX 810 ((34T "max")) with a 40T) what is the worst that can happen?
Shitey shifting or catastrophic failure?
Thinking in a long distance touring context.
Pretty certain that one shifts fine with 40t.
Depending on what you’re running up front it may not be able to take up all the slack in small-small gear combos, so the lower run of chain will rub the bottom of the cage/cassette when it’s all the way back. Usually harmless.
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When using a larger cassette than is recommended for a rear derailleur (GRX 810 ((34T "max")) with a 40T) what is the worst that can happen?
Shitey shifting or catastrophic failure?
Thinking in a long distance touring context.