I need a good light RD sub 60$
09-29-14, 09:18 AM
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I need a good light RD sub 60$
I have a 12$ Replacement derailleur on my 90s Bianchi road bike. I want to upgrade to something 'better'. It has downtube shifters, so as far as I know, the rear derailleur can be flexible with amount of cogs. I have a 12 speed, but I may want to upgrade to 18 speed in the future. I'm not sure if that matters.
What RD could I get off eBay sub 60$ that is solid in regards to durability and efficiency?
Thanks
What RD could I get off eBay sub 60$ that is solid in regards to durability and efficiency?
Thanks
09-29-14, 10:33 AM
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I buy used 90's mid-cage length XTR mountain shifters (8 or 9 speed) for my road bikes. According to the weighweenies site, weight-wise, it's similar to Ultegra rd's.
09-29-14, 11:03 AM
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That would probably mean going from 126mm rear spacing to 130. If you have a steel frame, you can "cold set" your stays, but you're stuck if you have Aluminum.
I've found 90s-ish Campy Chorus RDs for your ballpark, and I've sold old 105s for around that much too. My 6spd 105 RD was able to friction shift the full range of a 9spd Tiagra 12-25 cassette. Just look for something that's in good condition.
I've found 90s-ish Campy Chorus RDs for your ballpark, and I've sold old 105s for around that much too. My 6spd 105 RD was able to friction shift the full range of a 9spd Tiagra 12-25 cassette. Just look for something that's in good condition.
09-29-14, 11:34 AM
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That would probably mean going from 126mm rear spacing to 130. If you have a steel frame, you can "cold set" your stays, but you're stuck if you have Aluminum.
I've found 90s-ish Campy Chorus RDs for your ballpark, and I've sold old 105s for around that much too. My 6spd 105 RD was able to friction shift the full range of a 9spd Tiagra 12-25 cassette. Just look for something that's in good condition.
I've found 90s-ish Campy Chorus RDs for your ballpark, and I've sold old 105s for around that much too. My 6spd 105 RD was able to friction shift the full range of a 9spd Tiagra 12-25 cassette. Just look for something that's in good condition.
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How about a new-old-stock Ultegra 6600? PM if interested. Otherwise maybe a lightly used 9-speed era 105 (5501) for around $35?
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