Originally Posted by
Again
It is 7/8 speed compatible, with a Chain Compatibility: 3/32", but I have a 9-speed cassette and chain, which may be a problem.
I just finished this last weekend for the 5'3" GF:
http://www.dim.com/~ryoder/soma-buena-vista.jpg
XD-600, 152mm cranks, 50T large ring, 9speed XT parts at the rear, KMC 9s chain, Ultegra FD.
It shifts great.