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Shimano Deore XT RD-M772 Reviews

Description: (from shimano.com)
Low profile for improved durability
Direct routing reduces the risk of snagging
Stronger return spring for more crisp shifting feeling
Maximum Sprocket: 34T
Pulley Bolts: stainless steel

Add a review (form opens in right column) reviewed by GoldenGoose   on May 24, 2009   Pros Sleek profile. Great shifting. Good looking and sturdy. Shifts MUCH better than the earlier models and the reduced profile actually does help avoid "trail trash". Cons Really only have two small issues with this derailleur. 1. The bolts holding the jockey wheels are made of soft metal that is easily stripped out. Be careful when servicing. 2. Wish the unit came with the usual cable tension devise to help pull cable slack at the unit. Instead you have to use the ones on your shifters. Verdict A sturdy and smooth derailleur that will have you forgetting about maintenance and enjoying the ride. reviewed by ChiliPepper   on May 22, 2009   Pros Definately great shifting, and as element stated...A much needed improvement over the other two models that shimano offer. The 770 / 771. Cons Not really at this point reviewed by RowdyREBEL   on December 4, 2008   Pros Superior looks and shifting! Great all around derailleur. Cons Nothing at all to dislike. Verdict Awesome derailleur, use it and abuse it! reviewed by element22   on October 26, 2008   Pros A much needed improvement over the other two models that shimano offer. The 770 / 771 Cons Still a bit light on the shifting Verdict A much needed improvement over previous models of the XT line. I would say to shimano to dump the other models from the line and stick with this.