Originally Posted by
Tandem Tom
I am working on my 1984 Miyata 610 and I need to address the above. I have done the 27" to 700c conversion and will be using a 8 speed 11-32 cassette. The crank will be 50-39-28,for now.
The FD that came with the bike was for "half step" gearing so I am not sure that it would work. I will be using Ultegra bar end shifters.
After reading a bit of Sheldon Brown it seems to indicate that almost any FD for a triple would work. Is this correct? If so or if not what should I be looking for
Again thanks!! Can't wait to get this on the road!!
I've got a triple "half step + granny" on my Trek 520. It has a ordinary looking 80's model Shimano FD. Has a Shimano Deore RD. Make sure whatever FD you select that the radius can handle 50 teeth. That really shouldn't be a big deal. It's a common size. My favorite cheap ass derailleur equipment is Sora by Shimano. Works just as good as the high price stuff.