Super smooth shifting, great indexing, easy to use.
Cons
Full composite housing cracks easily when hit on barrel adjuster.
Verdict
All around decent shifter for XC and recreational riding. Pretty good value for the money. Not recommended for downhill, freeride, dirt jumping, or otherwise aggressive riding. A good smack on the ground or tree will destroy this shifter, and if you disassemble this shifter for any reason be prepared to contact NASA for help in re-assembling it.