Originally Posted by
Stingrey
Just a quick note. The Shimano specs say they recommend Rapidfire shifters for the Deore XT rear derailleur I want to replace. However when I bought the bike it came with Shimano 105 shifters that I don't want to replace. Can I match the 105s with a mountain bike derailleur for this Cannondale T1000 touring bike or is this a serious no no?
Not to worry. Shimano road brifters will shift a Shimano mountain bike rear derailleur just fine. As a matter of fact, that's a common spec for many tandems.