Originally Posted by
Sullalto
Guys obviously I'm going to get the FD adjusted. Right now it won't even shift off the small ring, and that is not okay! Honestly, I can live with a 1x9 if the 1 is 39 - 50. 30 is too low however.
I'm wondering if upgrading the FD is also worth doing for a rider who probably isn't very perceptive about component quality.
No, you do not need a new front derailleur. Since you are now not able to shift off of the small ring it sounds as if the front shift cable may have slipped at the FD fixing bolt. As already recommended, try adjusting the front derailleur according to the instruction found at parktool.com. Do ALL of the steps in the sequence listed. You may need to loosen the front cable with the shifter in its lowest position, remove all of the slack and retighten the cable, but do this in the proper sequence per the Parktool instructions.