Originally Posted by
rccardr
OK, Mookie, hang on:
Either the 1050 105 RD or Tricolor RD will shift up to 10 speed, no problemo.
Originally Posted by
jetboy
with rare exceptions most rear derailleurs from 7-10 speed work fine as long as you stay shimano compatible. the indexing is all on the shifter side, the RD just moves the distance its told and they did not change ratios until 11 speed.
I've been wondering about 1050 RD suitability for 7+ speeds as well. I have had the 1056 rear derailleur which is marked "Integrated 8 SIS" recommended to me and was wondering if there is a significant difference you may have noticed?
Btw, thank you for previous replies elsewhere; I didn't want to bump those threads just to say thanks but they were appreciated.