I installed a 11-42t 9 Speed Cassette on a standard Shimano HG Freehub body without the need of a road link/goat link. I paired the cassette with a Shimano Altus 9 Speed Derailleur (RD M370) with the B-Screw all the way in. It shifts smoothly and I've been able to conquer more hills !
Leave any questions or comments below, I'll try to answer all of them.
I figure I would make this video because it took me awhile to find some information on the cassette clearance of this derailleur and whether a larger cassette would fit or not.
Enjoy and happy riding !
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