Upgrading Gears !

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atlantis

Well-Known Member
Hi !

I ride a Btwin forme 1

http://www.decathlon.co.uk/EN/fitness-1-45-48-69567261/

I plan to upgrade the derailleur and shifters. Since I am ordering from Jenson Usa, I had shortlisted some derailleurs and a shifter.

I would be thankful if you’ll could go through my choices and short list the compatible mech. Since i could not find any rear derailleur matching my sram3 grip shift, I have to upgrade the shifters as well.

Shifter :

http://www.jensonusa.com/store/product/SL400A10-Sram+Trx+Trigger+Shifter+Set.aspx

Rear Derailleurs

http://www.jensonusa.com/store/product/RD309A01-Shimano+Lx+M581+Rear+Derailleur.aspx

http://www.jensonusa.com/store/product/RD288A00-Sram+X5+Rear+Derailleur.aspx

http://www.jensonusa.com/store/product/RD292A00-Shimano+Altus+M310+78+Speed+Rear+Der.aspx

http://www.jensonusa.com/store/product/RD407A02-Shimano+Alivio+M410+Rear+Derailleur.aspx



I would certainly be open to more suggestions .

Some more queries :

I wish to upgrade the front derailleur as well, what are the points one should bear in mind before purchasing ?

Your Advice

The bike is brand new , do you’ll feel that an upgrade is required. I am aware that its my choice but the gear system provided with the bike is really outdated. I really value your opinion and advice..

rgds
 

numbnuts

Legendary Member
IMO ...if it ain't bust don't fix it, upgrade when it get old/worn out
 

lulubel

Über Member
Location
Malaga, Spain
If you are in the UK won't you be liable for the various import charges?

Technically, yes, and you should be prepared to pay VAT, plus a "handling fee" to the company that collects the VAT. But in my experience, they often don't bother if the whole contents of the package is valued at less than £100.
 
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