SHIMANO DERAILLEURS - FRONT
Shimano Dura-Ace FD-9000 11-Speed Front Derailleur
If you think that you're the last mechanical holdout, we assure you that you're not alone. Even in the face of precise, electronic adversity, we find that cables still have as much to offer as wires. And while we hate to gloat, the Shimano Dura-Ace FD-9000 11-Speed Front Derailleur proves us ...read more
Shimano Dura-Ace Di2 FD-7970 Front Derailleur
A self-trimming front derailleur; a dream that disappeared with the Suntour Cyclone Mark II down tube shifter. Until now: the Shimano Dura-Ace Di2 FD-7970 front derailleur trims itself. That cool. Frickin' cool. Jaw-dropping cool. Something so amazing you do have to see it to truly appreciate the ...read more
Shimano Dura-Ace FD-7900 Front Derailleur
LOL. There, we said it -- the first time ever on the Competitive Cyclist website. LOL. Why are we LOL-ing? Because we know that's exactly what the mad engineers at Shimano are doing about the Dura-Ace FD-7900 front derailleur. It's just a front derailleur -- what can be so amusing? It's this: ...read more
Shimano Ultegra Di2 FD-6770 Front Derailleur
Without the cost concern of Dura-Ace, the Shimano Ultegra Di2 group is simply brilliant. And with performance indistinguishable from their top-shelf version, this Ultegra Di2 FD-6770 Front Derailleur is part of what will become the new revolution in shifting. Will it overshadow Dura-Ace? We think ...read more
Shimano Ultegra FD-6700-G Front Derailleur
While you may think that front derailleurs haven't changed since the days of down-tube shifters (and we'll admit that we've been among the skeptical), Shimano's 6700 Ultegra front changer is indeed different from the derailleur it's replacing, the 6600, and it is different from the Dura-Ace 7900. ...read more
Shimano XTR FD-M986 Dyna-Sys Traditional Front Derailleur - Double
We grew up with derailleurs that looked a lot like this one, save for the sleek, new style of XTR 980. This XTR Dyna-Sys Traditional Double Front Derailleur FD-M986 has a traditional design. Some might call it a high clamp, some a bottom swing. Either way, some frames require it because of the ...read more
Shimano XTR FD-M986 Dyna-Sys Direct Mount Front Derailleur - Double
Shimano's Direct Mount makes derailleur setup about as easy as it can possibly be. And if you're installing this Shimano XTR Dyna-Sys Direct Mount Double Front Derailleur FD-M986, then you'll be off and hammering with nary a concern for adjustments or maintenance. How do we know all this? Firstly, ...read more
Shimano XTR FD-M981 Dyna-Sys Traditional Front Derailleur - Triple
If you were riding mountain bikes when XTR hit the scene in 1991, then you'll remember that there was only one style of front derailleur. It looked quite similar to this XTR Dyna-Sys Traditional Triple Front Derailleur FD-M981. You might hear it referred to as a high-clamp or bottom swing type as ...read more
Shimano XTR FD-M981 Dyna-Sys Direct Mount Front Derailleur - Triple
Small-time framebuilders and large manufacturers alike have responded favorably about the Shimano designed Direct Mount for front derailleurs. This XTR Dyna-Sys Direct Mount Triple Front Derailleur FD-M981 is for use with frames that have that type of mounting option. What's the benefit you ...read more
Shimano XTR FD-M985 Dyna-Sys Front Derailleur - Double
This XTR Dyna-Sys Double Front Derailleur FD-M985 is specifically designed for use with Shimano's XTR Race Double Crankset and XTR 10-speed HG-X chain. The reason for the exclusivity is that the cage is shaped accordingly. It's shorter than the cage on the triple compatible version. So ...read more
Shimano XT FD-M785 Front Derailleur - Double
The Shimano XT Double Front Derailleur FD-M785 has been designed to optimize its function with two chainrings. To this end, the cage length and shaping is specific to the smaller diameter differential between the big and little rings on a 2x10 DynaSys drivetrain. Whether you run a 26/38t or a ...read more
Shimano XT FD-M786D Direct Mount Double Front Derailleur
Component installation doesn't get any easier than this. The Shimano designed direct mount is simple and foolproof. This Shimano XT Direct Mount Double Front Derailleur FD-M786D is a traditional styled (bottom-swing) front derailleur. It's nearly identical to the clamp-on FD-M786 part, save for the ...read more
Shimano XT FD-M786 Traditional Double Front Derailleur
This Shimano XT Traditional Double Front Derailleur FD-M786 is a traditional styled (bottom-swing) front derailleur. It has been designed to optimize its function with two chainrings. To this end, the cage length and shaping is specific to the smaller diameter differential between the big and ...read more
Shimano XT FD-M781D Direct Mount Front Derailleur - Triple
Don't let the number of Shimano's XT front derailleur options scare you. Really there are only two types -- top swing and bottom swing. This XT Direct Mount Triple Front Derailleur FD-M781D is a high direct/bottom swing type. The direct mount design is easier to install and has a built-in ...read more
Shimano XT FD-M781 Traditional Triple Front Derailleur
This Shimano XT Traditional Triple Front Derailleur FD-M781 isn't that far removed from the front derailleur on your first mountain bike (we'll assume that you've been at it as long as we have). It's what we call a traditional or high clamp or bottom swing. Confused yet? The traditional design ...read more
Shimano Dura-Ace FD-9070 Front Derailleur
If the infamous 'Chain Gate' incident is permanently scorched onto the front of your brain, bringing wariness every time that you shift on a climb, you're not alone. Well, in a sense, you would be alone if the whole world rode the Shimano Dura-Ace FD-9070 Front Derailleur. It's not like rub or ...read more
Shimano Dura-Ace Di2 FD-7970 Front Derailleur Kit
A self-trimming front derailleur was a dream that disappeared with the Suntour Cyclone Mark II down tube shifter. Until now that is. The Shimano Dura-Ace Di2 FD-7970 Front Derailleur trims itself as you ride, eliminating chain rub at all times.That's jaw-droppingly cool. It's so remarkable that ...read more
Shimano Ultegra Di2 FD-6770 Front Derailleur With Adaptor
Without the cost concern of Dura-Ace, the Shimano Ultegra Di2 group is simply brilliant. And with performance indistinguishable from their top-shelf version, this Ultegra Di2 FD-6770 Front Derailleur is part of what will become the new revolution in shifting. Will it overshadow Dura-Ace? We ...read more
Shimano E-Tube Di2 Battery Mount
You'll see that the E-Tube Di2 SM-BMR1 Battery Mount is available in three options -- Long External, Long Internal, and Short. Both the long versions mount from one of the water bottle mounts on the down or seat tube of your frame. However, they're designed to be paired specifically with either type ...read more
Shimano XTR Dyna-Sys FD-M980 Front Derailleur
Shimano's XTR Triple Front Derailleur options can seem confusing, but let's be glad that there are options so that we can have different bikes with different rear suspension designs. Let's examine further.To simplify, Shimano really only builds two XTR front derailleur styles ...read more
Shimano E-Tube Di2 Front Wire Harness
This E-Tube Di2 Front Wire Harness kit is for Ultegra 6770 and Dura-Ace 9070 Di2 components. It features thinner, more discreet cables and a smaller junction than what you'll find on previous-generation Dura-Ace 7970 Di2 parts.To outfit your Ultegra or Dura-Ace 9070 Di2 bike, you'll need five ...read more
Shimano Di2 Battery Charger
If you're going to have Shimano electronic Di2, you must have the compatible Shimano SM-BCRI Battery Charger to keep it up and running. As the battery is shared between Ultegra and Dura-Ace, this is the same charger for both systems.The nice thing about the charger is that it's small, like a camera ...read more
Shimano Di2 Battery
This is the one common item between all of Shimano's Di2 groups -- the Di2 SM-BTR1-67 Battery. Call it Ultegra, call it Dura-Ace, but we'll call it the one you'll need. It's a rechargeable lithium-ion battery that mounts on a bracket designed to work with bottle cage mounts. The mount stays ...read more
Shimano FD-CX70 Front Derailleur
The Shimano FD-CX70 Front Derailleur is an Ultegra-level cyclocross derailleur designed for lightweight performance in muddy conditions.
Shimano Dura-Ace Front Derailleur Adapter
Keeping up with the times, Shimano's new Dura-Ace FD-9070 front derailleur is only available in a braze-on compatibility. However, in order to ensure that everyone reaps the benefits of its futuristic technology, Shimano developed the Dura-Ace Front Derailleur Adapter for clamp-on ...read more
Shimano XT Dyna-Sys Front Derailleur
This Shimano XT Triple Front Derailleur FD-M780 is what we'd call a top-swing/low-clamp front derailleur. It's a handy design for many full suspension bikes due to its abbreviated presence on the seat tube. It's situated low on the frame to allow some linkages or swingarms to travel freely ...read more
Shimano 105 FD-5700 Front Derailleur
Shimano's 105 group has long been known as the bargain racer group of Shimano's lineup. What this means, of course, is that it gets the trickle-down technologies from Shimano's much more expensive Ultegra and Dura-Ace groups. If you're on a real-world budget, and you can wait a year for the ...read more
Shimano E-Tube Di2 Junction Box
The E-Tube Di2 Junction Box is what is referred to as the B Junction. This is the point in the wiring system where all the component pieces converge. It's a crucial item along with the five required wire sections to operate your Ultegra 6770 or Dura-Ace 9070 Di2 drivetrain.The E-Tube Di2 ...read more
Shimano Dura-Ace 7970 Di2 Braze-on Clamp
We've always been kind of peeved at Campagnolo and Shimano for not making front derailleur adapters that match the aesthetics of their front derailleurs. We might have to take Shimano off that list, as their new Dura-Ace 7970 front derailleur adapter finally does something right. It looks pretty ...read more
Shimano Saint FD-M815 Front Derailleur - Low Clamp
Made for use with the Saint FC-M815 double crankset, the Shimano Shimano Saint FD-M815 Front Derailleur comes in two versions: top or bottom swing. This top swing option will keep your chain shifting smoothly and quickly. This derailleur accommodates the 57.5mm chainline that comes part and ...read more
Shimano E-Tube Di2 Wire
To outfit your Ultegra 6770 or Dura-Ace 9070 Di2 bike, you will need five wire sections: front wire harness, downtube, front derailleur, rear derailleur, and battery. The front wire harness is sold separately, and is the only section that comes in just one length. Each of the remaining sections is ...read more
Shimano XT Dyna-Sys FD-M770 Front Derailleur
Shimano chose to remain with a triple crankset with their Dyna-Sys 10-speed XT group. One of the key differences was a move to a tighter chainring spread. The FD-M770-10 Deore XT Front Derailleur is made just for its 24/32/42t configuration. The cage radius and plate shapes will optimize the ...read more
Shimano Dura-Ace Di2 Seat Tube Bottle Cage Relocator
If your water bottle braze-ons are too close to the bottom bracket and cause interference with your Di2 Battery, then you need the Shimano Di2 Bottle Cage Adaptor to move the battery upward. This adaptor is constructed from high-strength resin and aluminum to keep weight low, and it comes with all ...read more
Shimano Ultegra Di2 Seat Tube Adapter
If you have a Shimano Di2 system and want to run it on a frame that's designed for a clamp-on front derailleur, then you'll need this adapter clamp. It's available to fit 31.8mm or 34.9mm seat tubes. Simply bolt it directly to your Di2 front derailleur braze-on style mount, and you'll be ready ...read more
Shimano SM-AD11 Front Derailleur Clamp
If you own a braze-on front derailleur and then purchase a frameset that requires a clamp-on front derailleur, this is what you need so you can keep using the derailleur you already own. It transforms a braze-on front derailleur into a clamp-on style in a matter of moments. You'll need to ...read more
Shimano Di2 Charger Cable
This is the charger cable for Shimano's Di2 SM-BCR1 Battery Charger. And if you're running Dura-Ace or Ultegra electronic shifters and derailleurs, then this is an important piece of the puzzle. The charger does NOT come with a cable. If you're paying attention, you'll see that the cable and ...read more
Shimano SM-BTR2 Di2 Battery
The long-awaited internal battery for Shimano's Di2 electronic groupsets is here. Designed as an alternative to the SM-BTR1-67 Battery, the new cylindrically-shaped SM-BTR2 Di2 Battery was engineered to reside either within the seatpost, seat tube or down tube of your bike. Besides the obviously ...read more
Shimano Di2 Internal Battery Charger
One of the most common concerns with the Shimano Di2 electronic shifting system is, of course, what happens when the batteries lose charge. Fortunately, Shimano has the answer. It's called the Shimano Di2 Internal Battery Charger. With a charge time of just an hour and a half, you won't ever miss a ...read more
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