Old 01-29-12 | 05:14 PM
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Bikes: too many bikes from 1967 10s (5x2)Frejus to a Sumitomo Ti/Chorus aluminum 10s (10x2), plus one non-susp mtn bike I use as my commuter

Originally Posted by 2_i
Just to provide more background, though not sure you would listen based on past experience, I have analyzed the problem in some detail. If you mount back the wheel for X-9, with the chain off by one cog than the position of the derailleur, usually the smallest cog, you are likely to destroy the cage. However careful you are, by inattention that one in 10-20 times you mount back the wheel, you will end up destroying the cage with the thin alu it is made of. Yes, you still can sell this type of junk to a multitude of customers who barely ever take their wheel off (even know how to do it) or even much use their bike.
I won't argue the point since I don't currently ride Sram. But it's acceptance by some serious, knowledgeable folks argues a bit against you, though they all could be wrong.

I try to stay clear of general product quality debates, which almost always come down to arguments based on limited anecdotal evidence. I choose my hardware carefully based on personal judgments of quality and performance, and I'll venture that I spend less per mile (riding good equipment) than almost anyone on this forum.

Everyone has their opinions, and the nice thing about the USA is we have the right to voice them. IMO the nicer thing is that we're free to ignore them too.
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