Mobilemail, we are of one mind on this. I went through a lot of front mechs finding out what worked and what didn't; and the Mountech just works, and works well. That it's easy on the eyes is a bonus. First-gen Shimano 105 is great for 40-52 jumps, which I also have; but for 1/2 step with bailout ("Eject! Ejeeect!"), nothing beats Mountech. I've got 7 in my Stategic Reserves.