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Old 05-13-16, 09:05 AM
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switching to a triple new front derailleur?

so my daughters bike she is more comfortable with lower gears so I converting to a triple

she has a 105 system now 2x10

Do I need a triple front derailleur or will the current be fine
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A triple front derailleur will be better and front derailleurs are a low cost component. So, if you are going to the cost of a new crank and shifters, you might as well go for the proper front derailleur.
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Likely need a new left brifter too. 3 "speeds" rather than 2..
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of course on the shifter

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