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on May 3, 2020

Cassette Upgrade.. Recommendations

started by Jordanf99
Last reply on May 3, 2020

Hello, I have been riding a YT Capra AL Comp 2019 for around 6-7 months. Great bike but have had...

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Repair

on Jul 19, 2019

How to Service Your Shimano Derailleur Clutch

by Brian Gerow

There are several moving parts inside the clutch that require consistent grease to function properly, and as we wash our...

Gear

on May 30, 2019

Shimano's Brand New 12-speed Deore XT Mountain Bike Drivetrain, Tested

by Jeff Barber

The new 12-speed Shimano XT drivetrain adds key technologies developed for XTR at a more affordable price point. We spent...

News

on May 30, 2019

New Shimano XT Brakes Get Freeza Rotor Tech, Updated Lever Design [First Look]

by Jeff Barber

Along with big updates to the XT drivetrain, Shimano is also rolling out improvements to their XT and SLX brakes....

Gear

on Aug 7, 2017

Singletracks Readers Think Shimano's XT Brakes Are Better than All Other Brands' Brakes Combined

by Greg Heil

Every single rider has a set of brakes on their mountain bike. Whether you ride full suspension or hardtail, with 30 gears......

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on May 13, 2017

1x11 Granny Gear Drivetrain Question

started by JoshMTB406
Last reply on May 13, 2017

Because I don't particularly enjoy the gear ratio websites out there my dumb question is this: On a Shimano XT...

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Forum

on Mar 24, 2017

Brake recommendations

started by mlombar17
Last reply on Mar 24, 2017

So my old carbon Avid Elixir brakes are shot and I need to replace. I have SRAM on this bike (XX...

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Forum

on Feb 23, 2017

anyone use a dropper post and DI2?

started by Peter Chapman
Last reply on Feb 23, 2017

so on my HT (specialized Carbon Stumpjumper) i have xt 1x11 DI2 (a fantastic upgrade btw!) - i was looking...

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Forum

on Jan 13, 2017

XT M8000 vs SLX M7000

started by EndoPro
Last reply on Jan 13, 2017

So this is an age old question. I'm not sure if this is the right forum to ask about this...

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Forum

on Jan 10, 2017

FOR SALE: Trek Procalibur 9.8SL

started by shaf
Last reply on Jan 10, 2017

Just bought from the shop. It was an impulse buy and not the right time for me. It is used...

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Gear

on Nov 3, 2016

Not All of Shimano's 2016 Deore XT M8000 Brakes Provide the Reliability the Brand Is Known For - A Long Term Review

by Greg Heil

The brakes that came as a stock spec on my GT Force Carbon Pro were fraught with durability and reliability issues.......

Forum

on Aug 20, 2016

New chainrings/cassette advice

started by Fitter1911
Last reply on Aug 20, 2016

I recently bought a used SantaCruz nickel and it has very worn chainrings and cassette(rest of the bike is in...

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Gear

on Apr 28, 2016

Shimano Announces Ebike Drivetrain/Motor Built for Mountain Biking

by Greg Heil

Shimano has just announced the release of a mountain bike-specific ebike drivetrain/motor, dubbed STePS MTB, which is slotted into their......

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on Apr 20, 2016

9 New Mountain Bikes That Blew Us Away!

started by DayInTheLife
Last reply on Apr 20, 2016

9 New Mountain Bikes That Blew Us Away! Devinci Troy: Devinici has revamped its popular 140mm...

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Forum

on Feb 15, 2016

Does this look like a good first set up for Trail

started by tommbox
Last reply on Feb 15, 2016

Santa Cruz Bantam Large $643.08 Shimano XT Wheelset $336.30 Fox Float Fork 34 130mm $322.05 KS eten Dropper post $134.40 XT group set (1...

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Forum

on Jan 18, 2016

Converting to 1x10....

started by Zeds Dead
Last reply on Jan 18, 2016

So after doing research, reading testimonials and working through the clutter of the world wide web I have finally assembled...

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Forum

on Jan 4, 2016

At a crossroads...

started by Zeds Dead
Last reply on Jan 4, 2016

For the last 10 years I have ridden a K2 Zed 3.0 26er hardtail. It has gone under a couple...

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Forum

on Sep 16, 2015

For Sale: 2012 Specialized Stumpjumper Elite

started by schwim
Last reply on Sep 16, 2015

This is a 2012 Specialized Stumpjumper Elite, lovingly cared for, stored inside after ridden outside and well maintained. A one-owner...

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Forum

on Jun 10, 2015

2013 Norco 9.1 fluid 29er for sale

started by Rob55
Last reply on Jun 10, 2015

My Norco Fluid 9.1 29er 2013 model is for sale. Its in great condition with only one small paint chip...

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Forum

on Jun 9, 2015

Can a rear derailleur " Shimano Deore XT RD-M781-SGSL" work

started by Nicolas Harel
Last reply on Jun 9, 2015

Can a rear derailleur " Shimano Deore XT RD-M781-SGSL" work with "DEORE XT M8000 11 gear cassette??

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Forum

on Jun 2, 2015

My new "road" bike

started by Dustin Gaddis
Last reply on Jun 2, 2015

I've wanted a go-anywhere 'road' bike for several years now. I'm a MTBer at heart, and don't see that ever...

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Forum

on Apr 21, 2015

2014 Scott Scale 740

started by snookintime
Last reply on Apr 21, 2015

I'm looking to sell my 2014 Scott Scale 740 27.5 or 650b mountain bike. Bike is in excellent condition, only...

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Gear

on Apr 15, 2015

Shimano Announces New 11-speed XT Group

by Jeff Barber

Just in time for Sea Otter, Shimano today announces the new Deore XT M8000 group, featuring 11-speed components. For those......

Forum

on Apr 12, 2015

Fine tuning help

started by DCLamp
Last reply on Apr 12, 2015

Installed shimano XT hollow tech II m770 crankset with ext BB also a new m770 cassette and chain. I have...

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Forum

on Apr 6, 2015

Cube Reaction GTC Race/SL vs. Scott Scale 920/910

started by René Jeppesen
Last reply on Apr 6, 2015

Hi guys I am currently waiting for my Cube Reaction GTC Race 29", very excited as my first bike, was...

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