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STI married to Deore + FD?
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10-28-2008, 03:51 AM
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
12-03-2009, 08:19 PM
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!
12-03-2009, 10:03 PM
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!
12-04-2009, 01:34 AM
(12-03-2009, 08:19 PM)Bill Wrote: Aushiker did you find out this answer? Be interested in knowing the results myself. Hi Yes. I posted the summary findings at http://www.aushiker.com/2008/11/surly-long-haul-trucker-lht-touring-bike-a-first-time-build-experience#Drivetrain. Regards Andrew |
