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07-26-20, 11:25 AM
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It's typical of derailleurs not being correctly adjusted and set up. All get out of adjustment with time. Sometimes cables need to be replaced.
It's also typical of trying to shift while putting too much power into the pedals.
It's also typical of trying to shift while putting too much power into the pedals.
07-26-20, 01:55 PM
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Rear housing loops get dirty. Cables wear a U-shaped groove in housing lining that pinches them. Cable strands break at the shifter from fatigue. All these things can cause slower shifting to smaller cogs you may be able to offset with less tension, although it's a wear problem requiring parts replacement not an adjustment issue.
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07-26-20, 02:30 PM
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Friday night I replaced a worn out rear derailleur cable. I used a Jagwire "Sport Slick Stainless" cable this time - $7.15 delivered. I don't know what brand the previous cable was, but on Saturday's ride shifting seemed smoother than I remember it ever being before.
