Originally Posted by
Charles Wahl
There are a lot of front derailleurs that can work; it's a much simpler operation. So choose based on looks alone.
I used to agree with that statement- until I tried using a Dura Ace 7803 on a "not Dura Ace" crank set. Now, I'll just
mostly agree.
Originally Posted by
embankmentlb
Dura Ace 7700gs rear. 9 speed, shiny, down tube or STI compatible, can accommodate large cogs with an extender.
Not near as happy with the 7700 front, it can be a pain to get set correctly. Although, that could be mostly the shifters fault.
IMO/IME- the 7700 FD is boss-
Originally Posted by
scarlson
Suntour Mountech. Nice straight cage, easy to take apart and put back together, huge chainring capacity.
Best front derailleur evAr.
Works with huge chainrings, small chainrings, any size difference chainrings, half-step, half-step and a granny... lighter than XC Pro AND EVEN Superbe.
Ironic in that the Mountech RD is the biggest dud ever.