Originally Posted by
bykemike
Being a mechanic first in just about everything I do back off the pressure prior to shifting and, so far, I have never had to shift the FD while standing..that would freak me out..I'd worry about the boys.
Mike
Being strictly old school, I would never consider shifting under load. Brifters and ramped-and-pinned rings and cogs teach bad habits, and then folks wonder why their chains snap or their drivelines wear out prematurely.
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