Old 07-18-12 | 04:46 PM
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cny-bikeman
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From: Syracuse, NY

Bikes: 2008 Novara Randonee - love it. Previous bikes:Motobecane Mirage, 1972 Moto Grand Jubilee (my fave), Jackson Rake 16, 1983 C'dale ST500.

On a friction shift if the hanger is bent in/out but not twisted straightening is not a great challenge, but I don't like the odds of figuring exactly how a derailleur is bent and where to "straighten it." I'd give it one shot and if still problematic just replace it.
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