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SRAM X.7 Trigger | $33.74
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SRAM X7 shifters

BikeRadar verdict

4 out of 5 stars

"Solid, shitproof shifts, but not as slick or swift as same price XT"

By Guy Kesteven

In hierarchy terms, SRAM’s X7 lines up against LX, but pricewise it’s mano a mano with XT, which is a much tougher adversary. If you like a firm, obvious no-nonsense shift that’s easily felt even when the bike is bouncing all over the place it’s worth a look though. 

The fact it still carries on clunking from cog to cog even if your cables are in a right state is another reason why SRAM’s mid-ranger has many die-hard fans.

It’s definitely slower per shift than XT though, with single-direction plastic triggers having a longer, softer-feeling throw than their Shimano competition, even if the eventual click is more obvious. The fact that X5 is almost identical in feel for £13 less knocks its value rating too.

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  • User review of SRAM X.7 Trigger

    Great shifters,got mine running with an X9 Rear mech.Very smooth and never miss a shift even with mud clogged cables.

    A touch plastic...

    0.3
  • User review of SRAM X.7 Trigger

    Tough as old boots. Had mine ripped off leaving a big hole in the top of it after a smash into another bike in Morzine, back in summer. Zip-tied what was left onto the bar. Even though it was full of mud within minuets it kept on working for the rest of the week (and a few weeks after, truth be told) until I could replace it.

    0.3

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Specification

Name:
X.7 Trigger
Built by:
SRAM
Price:
$33.74
Compatibility:
SRAM 1:1 rear derailleurs
Weight (g):
262 g
Available Colours:
Silver
Bike Use:
Mountain
Material:
Alloy
No of Gear Speeds:
9

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