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Old 06-18-19, 10:05 AM
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Originally Posted by WhyFi
Even when brand new?
IMO, twist shifters aren't great for young hands, for the reason you are experiencing. You could do what one of the guys at the shop did for his kid; put an XT shifter and RD on the bike. Super smooth and easy.
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