Rear Derailleur Sora --> Tiagra worth it?
05-07-10, 10:20 AM
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Rear Derailleur Sora --> Tiagra worth it?
Currently have Sora RD, I have an opportunity to score a brand new Tiagra RD for $25. Just wondering is it worth to switch. Not that the Sora is giving me issues....
BTW, the Tiagra RD is short cage. Do I need any modifications to the chain?
BTW, the Tiagra RD is short cage. Do I need any modifications to the chain?
05-07-10, 11:02 AM
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If it isn't broken...
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Stick with what works. My Sirrus has a Altus rear derailleur, and while I want a nicer one, it works right now just fine. So, its staying till it doesnt work fine. I replaced my front derailleur with a Tiagra, but only because I HAD to to get fenders to fit...
I vote to keep your $25, and wait till you need a new derailleur. Spend that $25 on something you do need...spare tubes, patch kit, tire irons, seat bag, micro-pump...if you dont already have that stuff.
I vote to keep your $25, and wait till you need a new derailleur. Spend that $25 on something you do need...spare tubes, patch kit, tire irons, seat bag, micro-pump...if you dont already have that stuff.
05-07-10, 07:32 PM
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Use the Sora 'til it breaks. Which might never happen, depending.
05-07-10, 07:45 PM
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Agree with the posters - don't change it. A functioning derailleur is not a problem.
Consider putting it towards better tires or a case of your favorite brew.
Consider putting it towards better tires or a case of your favorite brew.
05-08-10, 02:24 AM
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Sora to Tiagra makes more sense in the shifter department than the derailer department.
05-09-10, 08:55 PM
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Not worth it. For another 20 bucks you can get an Ultegra !
05-09-10, 11:43 PM
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