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It's decided: the Suntour Vx is the finest friction front derailleur.

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Old 09-01-21, 09:38 AM
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Originally Posted by tendency
... in my blind taste testing I prefer the Vx even over the Superbe Pro. Impressive stuff.

Just had to get that off my chest.
...I can honestly say that I have never licked a front derailleur, but your Suntour examples must work better than this one.

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Originally Posted by 3alarmer
...I can honestly say that I have never licked a front derailleur,
Like anyone is going to believe that….
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Love my vintage Suntour gruppo on my Univega… Suntour 7 FD/V-GT Luxe RD and Power Rachet Shifters. Smooth, durable, and beautiful… 🙏🏽





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