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Old 25.02.2008, 14:51
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Re: Bike repair - gear shifter

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But that is not a problem because then you only need to source a shifter. On the whole a trigger shifter will be easier to find, and probably cheaper than a grip shifter. But then it will be different to your other shifter and you will also need to buy a new grip to go with it.
I still think an old style friction thumb shifter will be the best option if he is not to familiar with bike repairs... no requirement to get the cable tension and h and l screws absolutely perfect. Also I rekon most bike shops will have some friction shifters lieing around in some rubbish bins that they will let him have for next to nothing.
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