Description
Can a small company like Garbaruk beat the shifting of Shimano HG+? In 2026, the drivetrain wars are still going, and the Garbaruk Gen 2 cassette claims to be 120g lighter than XT and 20g lighter than XTR while offering a wider 10-52T range, improved shifting and e-bike compatibility.
In this review, I put the version 2.0 through its paces to see if the improved "shift ramps" actually hold up under power on the road and trail.
In this video:
✅ Weight Battle: Garbaruk vs. XT vs. XTR
✅ Technical Deep Dive: Steel dome design & 10-52T range
✅ Installation Secrets: Micro Spline tips & B-gap adjustments for the 52T cog
✅ Performance: Shifting under load, back-pedaling, and E-bike compatibility
✅ The Verdict: Is the weight saving worth the jump from Shimano?
Videos Mentioned:
- The Shimano 8200/9200 Design Comparison: https://youtu.be/ZSy-cEGiXsY
- Garbaruk T-Type Cassette Review: https://youtu.be/jEqFJd79Wyw
- Complete 1x12 Shimano Installation Guide: https://youtu.be/HKp23H_v6gs
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⌚ Video Chapters
0:00 Innovation in 2026: Garbaruk vs. Shimano
0:48 Design & The Massive Weight Savings (350g)
3:15 Range Comparison: 10-52T vs. 10-51T
4:32 Installation & B-Gap Setup on Micro Spline
6:08 Performance: Shifting Under Load & E-Bike Use
8:15 The Verdict: Weight, Colors, & Merch
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