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Old 08-17-21, 08:09 PM
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75lechamp 
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Those are all good choices. However, the classic under-rated wide range derailleur from that period would have to be the Suntour VGT Luxe, in my view. Strong and robust mechanically, yet surprisingly light.



Circa 1975, with Suntour sealed bearing pulleys...
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