Shimano XT (M770 Series) Front Mech

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Shimano XT (M770 series) front mech

$49.99

BikeRadar verdict

5 out of 5 stars

"XT offers a superb universal chainring changer at a fantastic price"

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5 of 5 stars

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Mon 28 Jan 2008, 10:00 am GMTBy Guy Kesteven

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Front mechs are the Cinderella of any drivetrain, but never has an easy shifting life been so affordable.

New XT's lighter cage brings it to within 25g of XTR, while steel cages ensure a longer lifespan. Broader linkage means burly chain bullying, and they've even nibbled a bit off the back corner for extra tyre clearance. Limiter screws are angled for easy access, it comes in every top mount/ low mount/E type you could want, and it uses a universal shimmed fit so a new bike doesn't mean a new derailleur every time. All for £25? Just buy one!

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Mr Wu

Posted Mon 17 Nov, 7:58 pm GMT Flag as inappropriate

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

So,
After nearly on ripping my old Deore LX from my frame after an accident I opted to replace it for the XT. Fitting is a five/ten minute job, very easy, straight forward. Please note I have the top swing arm, not the one pictured above (Althoguht same model). I would recommend this to anyone, I wasnt keen on the XTR due to it being fairly lightweight and me being rather heavty and riding like ive stolen my bike! The XT feels robust and strong. The gear changes are effortless and smooth, theres a nice reasuring clunk when downchanging. It doesnt overshoot when changing up gears either. Very happy I fitted it, make my LX seem a million years old. Love it.
Wu.
freeborn jon

Posted Sun 17 Jan, 10:28 am GMT Flag as inappropriate

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

ive had this on my bike for a few months and ive ridden a lot this year in a lot of differant conditions and it has not skipped a change EVER