Thread: Grip or trigger shifters?
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Old 04-18-11 | 09:40 AM
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Originally Posted by commo_soulja
Sram grip shift FTW!

Aside for the horrible push/push shimano shifters on my old '90 Giant mtb, I've been on some version of 9.0 SL/XO grip shifters. For me they work. Pros-lightweight, able to dump several gears in one shift, ability to trim the front derailleur, cockpit/handlebar looks cleaner. Cons-not available in 2x10!
You don't need to trim with trigger shifters if they are set up correctly, and they don't really add much bulk to the whole brake assembly anyway

Edit: that didn't make much sense. I'm trying to say there is no need to trim lol
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