Need a new 7 speed Derailleur!
07-03-13, 04:01 PM
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Need a new 7 speed Derailleur!
Hey guys,
I broke my derailleur recently so Im looking for a new one. The stuff I ride is pretty rough and my budget is small; I'm saving up for other things. I need something light, durable and cheap.
What should I get?
I broke my derailleur recently so Im looking for a new one. The stuff I ride is pretty rough and my budget is small; I'm saving up for other things. I need something light, durable and cheap.
What should I get?
07-03-13, 04:14 PM
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Long-cage Sora; should be at/under $30.
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07-03-13, 07:16 PM
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That's not a problem. Almost all Shimano 8/9 speed derailers are interchangeable with 7 speed. The recommended long cage SORA will work for you. As an example, our 8 speed 05 Rockhopper came with an OEM Deore rear dr that says "9 speed" right on the derailer. Never had a problem with it. 8 speed and 7 speed use the same chain and all 8 speed derailers work with 7 speed. Many, but not quite all 7 speed derailers work with 8/9 speed. A few early 7 speed derailers don't have enough travel to work well with the wider 8/9 speed cassette but those are almost ancient now.
If you're really concerned about the 9 speed thing, buy a Shimano Altus derailer. It's found on many new 7 speed MTBs.
My personal recommendation would be to buy a used late model LX or Deore off ebay. I've had very good luck with those. Just stay away from any "tourney" level derailers.
If you're really concerned about the 9 speed thing, buy a Shimano Altus derailer. It's found on many new 7 speed MTBs.
My personal recommendation would be to buy a used late model LX or Deore off ebay. I've had very good luck with those. Just stay away from any "tourney" level derailers.
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07-03-13, 07:58 PM
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JensonUSA has the M-581 Deore LX rear DR on sale for $34.99... $5 more than the Sora, but a much more durable DR for OR use.
https://www.jensonusa.com/Rear-Derail...ear-Derailleur
https://www.jensonusa.com/Rear-Derail...ear-Derailleur
07-03-13, 11:13 PM
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^^ I never had a problem racing DH on Soras. We used them because they're cheap expendable to be sure; but, honesty, with an aluminum knuckle and a steel cage, I have a feeling it could take a hit better than my X-9 
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07-03-13, 11:27 PM
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Shimano still making for mtb 7 spd, new version rd-m360 or m310.
