Dual Control Lever : Allows lever operation from multiple hand positions. Multi-directional pivoting. Much less susceptible to crash damage. Thanks to mult-directional pivoting.
Submitted by
ctstark
a Cross Country Rider
from Westford, MA, USA Date Reviewed: September 28, 2008
Favorite Trail:
LDT (Lowell, Dracut, Tynsboro forest)
Duration Product Used:
Less than 1 month
Price Paid:
$59.00
Purchased At:
Cambria Bike
Strengths:
Once you get used to the combo brake/shift deal, the set up is super easy to use. Great positioning!
Weaknesses:
Barrel adjusters are plastic, which is a little tacky. The body is aluminum, but very thin. The overall size makes them more prone to injury during falls compared to rapid fire-like shifters.
01 GT Avalanche 1.0 (still made in the USA!) with Marzochi AM2, avid mechie discs, LX and Deore mix and Syncros bars stem etc...
Bottom Line:
Just took these for their first ride out back and I can say that so far I am thoroughly impressed by the overall design, comfort and ease of use. I ride pretty aggressively, mostly XC, and throughout New England (roots, rocks, dips and chipmunks) and these really shifted beautifully. If you plan on picking up a pair ($59!!) make sure to get new cable housing, a new cassette and new chain, this way you do not blame the shifters for poor performance. Overall I would recommend these to anyone who is a XC rider, not particularly to a downhiller.
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