Review on Ultimate Performance: Shimano HG400 9 Speed Mountain Bike Cassette - CS-HG400-9 (11-32) [Misc.] by Hugo Caywood

I bought an 11-32 HG400 to replace the SRAM PG950 that came with my Giant Defy. The improvement in shift reliability is impressive. SRAM misshifted frequently, made all sorts of noises, and generally worked very poorly with my Sora and RD 9-speed shifters. I also have this on a Fuji Sportif and it works just as well. Although it has a nickel finish instead of chrome like SRAM, it performs better and still looks classy. I have paired it with KMC X9.93 chains as well as KMC X9.99 chains with equal satisfaction. I'm considering buying another one, they're good. If you use a compact crankset on your road bike and want a good low gear, the 11-32 is a good choice. It's not strictly a mountain cassette. Today I rode the Giant through treacherous winds and steep hills with THIS cassette. It didn't disappoint. no wrong switch. These clear shifts gave me the confidence I needed to keep going! It always seems to work best with a Shimano derailleur and shifters that use a Shimano HG cassette! Shimano gear sets and KMC chains have always been my preferred choice.