Thread: need to replace shifter handle (paddle?)
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Old 07-26-17 | 09:10 AM
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Originally Posted by alcjphil
There is nothing wrong with your shift lever. Your right hand shifter has the brake release in the open position. This is a little button on the brake lever. Pull on the brake and push the button on the left side of the lever so that it sticks out on the right side. Your shift lever will then be much closer to the brake lever
Oh my goodness, you're right. And I was shifting gently and as little as possible to forestall what I thought was inevitable. Thank you!

I really didn't want to buy a whole new pair of brifters. I'm surprised I can get them for as little as $85, but still. [MENTION=414686]maddog34[/MENTION], are they really that bad?
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