Bicycle Mechanics - Front Derailleur Question

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blackcannon
03-22-06, 10:39 PM
I'm a newbie and I need to know...I want to replace my front derailleur for a 2002 Specialized Allez road bike I recently bought...It has a triple crankset and I need to know If I need a triple front derailleur...I know I need a 31.8mm clmap but not sure on what type of derailleur would be compatible with the stock setup...Help please :o ...I found th l ink with the specs of the bike...

http://www.epinions.com/bicycles_2002_Specialized_Allez_A1_Sport/display_~full_specs

Dannihilator
03-22-06, 10:47 PM
You need a triple. But really, why bother changing a front deraillieur? The current one is more than adequate if it isn't worn out.
Ill Mitch
03-22-06, 11:34 PM
Is there anything wrong with the one that's already on it?

If you do get a new one you'd need a triple

blackcannon
03-23-06, 04:27 AM
Okay...cool...The one that's on there is just old and crappy...I just wanna get a nice shiny one...thanks guys
blackcannon
03-23-06, 08:40 AM
Where can I find the adapters for converting clamp on deraileur to braze on?