I searched the past posts on the web interface of this group for topics related to the Shiftmate.
Although I found some posts about the shiftmate within threads, the usual responses within the threads were something along the lines of "Oh I have xyz setup on my bike with the shiftmate and it works great". There wasn't a thread specific to the Shiftmate. So I was thinking we could have a thread dedicated specifically to the Shiftmate. After mulling over the responses from the 650b thread I started about converting my custom Rivendell, I think the simplest way of doing it, with the least amount of parts changes, is to get a Shiftmate. I currently have a full 9 speed Campy setup with Campy bar-ends that I like. I can get a Shimano 650b rear wheel and Shimano 9 speed 12-32 cassette for around $130. Then put the Shiftmate on there and should be good to go without further changes. At least- if the hype about the Shiftmate is to be believed. What are your experiences with it? Which model are you using with what drivetrain? How hard is it to set up? Is it set-it-and-forget-it, or does it require constant fiddling? How about the shift quality? I have a long cage silver Chorus derailer on my Riv. If I assume it can handle the 32T cog and leave it in place, I need a model 1 according to the Jtek site. But if there are problems with the Chorus derailer and I switch to a Shimano derailer rated for 32T, then I would need a model 4 according to the Jtek site. I certainly don't want to have to buy it twice. Anyway, any input is appreciated. -Jim -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to [email protected]. To post to this group, send email to [email protected]. Visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
