SRAM DERAILLEURS - FRONT
2012 SRAM Red Yaw Front Derailleur w/Chain Spotter
It was the drop heard ‘round the world. Who could forget the infamous chain drop during stage 15 of the 2010 Tour de France? Andy Schleck dropped his SRAM Red chain as he attacked Alberto Contador on the climb of the Port de Bales, and witnessed his Tour hopes ride away while frantically ...read more
2011 SRAM Red Black Front Derailleur
"No colors anymore I want them to turn black." We'll never know if the product managers at SRAM are Stones fans, but this is surely what they had in their heads when they developed their Red Black components. The good news is that you can get SRAM Red in two colors, and if you're a fan of all ...read more
2011 SRAM Red Front Derailleur
The difference in front shifting technology is a point of distinction between Red and Force. The most important details are on the other end of the shifter cable -- at the left DoubleTap shift lever. From a structural standpoint the one distinct change between Red and Force is the new, hardened ...read more
2012 SRAM Force Front Derailleur
For all the big changes that have occurred with the redesign of 2010 SRAM Force components, the one place where things have barely changed is the front derailleur. The cage, the pivots, the adjusting screws, the clamp, and the weight remain the same. The only change is the finish. The derailleur is ...read more
2012 SRAM Rival Front Derailleur
The Rival front derailleur is built with the same outer plate design as Red and Force, allowing you to use all 10 cogs on your cassette while you're in the big chainring with minimal chain rub. You can cross-chain all day long in your big ring without having trim the front derailleur. And when ...read more
2012 SRAM Apex Front Derailleur
The entirety of SRAM's Apex group is centered on the principle of reduced weight and increased simplicity. Of course, this means that Apex features a double chainring configuration. And the Apex Front Derailleur is designed to flawlessly marry the DoubleTap Apex shifter with the two ...read more
2012 SRAM XX Low Clamp Front Derailleur
The SRAM XX Low Clamp Front Derailleur is not a triple chainring front derailleur. It's not a compact double front derailleur. It is its own thing. And while it's designed to handle up to a 15-tooth differential between the big and little rings, its cage is shorter and narrower than a ...read more
2012 SRAM XX High Clamp Front Derailleur
The shifting feel of SRAM XX is accurately described as supreme. The SRAM XX High Clamp Front Derailleur is a notable part of the whole package. It's specifically designed to work in harmony with the XX double crank. The XX front derailleur is made to handle up to a 15-tooth differential ...read more
2012 SRAM X0 2x10 High Direct Mount Front Derailleur
This SRAM X0 2x10 High Direct Mount Front Derailleur is kind of a big deal, in one way at least. After all, it's configured to fit the Shimano designed direct mount. Don't be confused with their Low Direct Mount, which is an E-Type without the E-plate, also mounting directly to the frame or in ...read more
2012 SRAM X0 2x10 Low Direct Mount Front Derailleur
In SRAM terminology, Low Direct means that this X0 2x10 Low Direct Mount Front Derailleur is an E-Type without the E-plate. It will bolt to a direct mount on your frame or swingarm. The easiest way to recognize this from a high direct style SRAM derailleur is that this one uses a top swing ...read more
2012 SRAM X0 2x10 High Clamp Front Derailleur
SRAM's 2x10 front shifting set the mountain bike shifting bar a notch higher when XX hit the market. With that in mind, it wouldn't be an insult to say that the X0 2x10 High Clamp Front Derailleur is riding on XX's coattails, and we've found X0 2x10 to shift with the same crispness and precision as ...read more
2012 SRAM X0 2x10 Low Clamp Front Derailleur
We've long been fans of SRAM low clamp front derailleurs. They've always looked a bit more finished compared to Shimano's offerings, with their abundance of alloy bits in place of stamped steel in the frame for the linkages. This X0 2x10 Low Clamp Front Derailleur is no exception, and it shifts ...read more
2012 SRAM X9 2x10 High Clamp Front Derailleur
SRAM's X9 components have always enjoyed a reputation for quality and affordability. And while 10-speed may be new to the group, it hasn't changed with regard to its performance to dollar ratio. This X9 2x10 High Clamp Front Derailleur is made specifically for 2x10 drivetrain systems as the ...read more
2012 SRAM X9 2x10 Low Clamp Front Derailleur
Admittedly, this X9 2x10 Low Clamp Front Derailleur looks quite similar to its X0 big brother. The difference lies in the material choices used to build each one. Where X0 uses aluminum for the linkage parts, X9 uses steel. The net result is a weight penalty of a few grams, but you'll save money. ...read more
2012 SRAM X9 2x10 High Direct Mount Front Derailleur
This SRAM X9 2x10 High Direct Mount Front Derailleur is configured to fit the Shimano designed direct mount. Don't be confused with their Low Direct Mount, which is an E-Type without the E-plate, also mounting directly to the frame or in some cases, a swingarm. The easiest way to recognize this X9 ...read more
2012 SRAM X0 3x10 High Clamp Front Derailleur
While 2x10 drivetrain systems are all the rage, some of us still prefer three chainrings. The reason is that we don't want to give up the super low climbing gear. So if you're running a three ring crank, you'll need this SRAM X0 3x10 High Clamp Front Derailleur to match the rest of your new SRAM ...read more
2012 SRAM X0 3x10 Low Clamp Front Derailleur
If your frame requires a low clamp/top swing front derailleur, this SRAM X0 3x10 Low Clamp Front Derailleur will clear your suspension links and work flawlessly with a 10-speed triple drivetrain. So while 2x10 drivetrain systems are all the rage, some of us still prefer three chainrings. The ...read more
2012 SRAM X0 3x10 High Direct Mount Front Derailleur
This SRAM X0 3x10 High Direct Mount Front Derailleur will bolt right up to frames, like the Santa Cruz Blur TL Carbon, that have a Shimano-style direct mount. This high direct mount is a great way to mount the derailleur as it reduces the time spent with adjustment and doesn't require the ...read more
2012 SRAM X9 3x10 High Clamp Front Derailleur
In traditional style, this SRAM X9 3x10 High Clamp Front Derailleur has a linkage that swings from the bottom of its seat tube clamp. Some frames require this type, some folks like the way they look. Whatever your reasons, it's nice to know that SRAM's X9 components still mean quality and ...read more
2012 SRAM X9 3x10 Low Clamp Front Derailleur
Lot's of full suspension frame designs these days require a low clamp front derailleur like this SRAM X9 3x10 Low Clamp Front Derailleur. It's made specifically for 3x10 drivetrain systems as the shape and swing of the cage are dialed-in for the fastest and most consistent shifts possible. And the ...read more
2012 SRAM X9 3x10 High Direct Mount Front Derailleur
This SRAM X9 3x10 High Direct Mount Front Derailleur doesn't clamp around the seat tube, rather it's designed to bolt right to a Shimano-type direct mount. Don't be confused with a Low Direct Mount, which is an E-Type without the E-plate, also mounting directly to the frame or in some cases, a ...read more
2012 SRAM Braze-on Front Derailleur Adapter Clamp
If you've just bought a new frameset that takes a clamp-on front derailleur, but the beloved component kit that you plan to install includes a braze-on front derailleur, fear not. The SRAM Braze-On Front Derailleur Clamp is a simple and elegant solution. Simply install your braze-on changer ...read more
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