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SRAM X-9 Rear Reviews

Description: (from sram.com)
* Stylish and Strong! A forged 6061 aluminum B-Knuckle improves stiffness while the X.9 styling exudes our commitment to quality. X.9 is now available in three cage sizes.
* World Cup Proven Composite Cage
* Outside Facing Limit Screws - Intuitive Adjustment
* Sealed Bearing Upper Pulley
* Di.R.T: Direct Route Technology™
* 1:1 Actuation

Add a review (form opens in right column) reviewed by Asfyxiate   on August 23, 2009   Pros Smooth shifting Cons Nothing so far. Verdict To me, this is very close to the X-0. Just not costly. You will not be disapointed in this derailleur. Recommended for: Anyone reviewed by Goo   on June 26, 2009   Pros great derailleur, excellent shifting! Cons any derailleur can get busted up if you fall on it enough Verdict love it! i need a new one though. Recommended for: Anyone reviewed by bstill30   on June 13, 2009   Pros Quick shifting with the 1:1 action. Tough as nails and looks good too. Cons None. Verdict Get this derailer if you like quick, crisp shifts all built into a rugged design. Recommended for: Anyone reviewed by TMWJR777   on May 17, 2009   Pros works Cons none Verdict Good bang for your buck, works well for a reasonable price. reviewed by Paragon1   on April 9, 2009   Pros 1:1, Durability, VALUE!!! Cons none Verdict Couldnt be happier, as a testament, a couple rides ago saw me pick up a small log that hooked a spoke and made a full revolution around my wheel! It bent the derailer hanger (i didnt notice it till i got to the store) and it was out of position by more than an inch. It still shifted perfectly! Good stuff. Recommended for: Anyone reviewed by element22   on September 27, 2008   Pros Nearly all the features of the X0 without the cost. Cons nothing Verdict Wonderful shifter works great and very little chain slap with this compared with the shimano line up of derailleur's Recommended for: Anyone reviewed by ChiliPepper   on September 15, 2008   Pros Very stylish and strong and hold up very well through my aggressive style riding. Once fine tuned, shifting is top notch & fluent. Great value also. Cons None Verdict For anyone Recommended for: Anyone reviewed by tumbleweed14   on December 30, 2007   Pros Crisp shifting. Great design. Durable. Verdict Going one step higher than this seems ridiculous for the to me, but I understand if you have a ton of money to burn or if you just want the most expensive stuff on your bike, then you would pass up the X-9s and go for the X-0s. The X-9 system is great and I have not damaged, replaced, or been dissapointed with either sets I have owned (one newer, one older). Crisp shifting and very reasonably priced. Great shifting. I can't justify paying mucho $$$ more for a little less weight and a little more show. I've ridden the X0s several times and never have regretting decknig my rides out with X-9 series. Recommended for: Value seekers