G'day
Does anyone know if a STI shifter (e.g., Tiagra/105) with a Deore or higher spec FD/Crank? If you have done it, has it worked okay?
Andrew
Aushiker did you find out this answer? Be interested in knowing the results myself.
Good maintenance to your Bike, can make it like the wheels are, true and smooth!
STI shifters don't work with MTB (deore etc) front derailleurs.
STI pull about 1/2" of cable per click. (that is a 3 position type)
MTB use about 3/4" cable pull.
(I believe, but not seen, some newer Shimano left STI have a multi click action which might work?)
You can use a road triple FD with a Deore crankset but you have to be careful with the diameter of the rings. Some road FDs are meant for larger chain rings such as 50+ and if used with small MTB rings the FD can't be lowered enough without hitting the chainstay.
Ride hard or ride home alone!
Wow that is pretty cool trick. Nice bike by the way. Thanks for sharing.
Good maintenance to your Bike, can make it like the wheels are, true and smooth!