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Sombeech
04-30-2013, 05:11 PM
Well it's that time, I think I need to get a new rear derailleur. I've got a Kona Stinky with 9 rings on the back, 2 up front.

I've done almost ZERO shopping around yet. What would you guys recommend?

nelsonccc
04-30-2013, 07:02 PM
Any 9 spd der will work. Do you have indexed shifters? Sometimes the shifters have to be upgraded as well. Do you need a long or medium cage?

Id get an X7 or X9.

REDFOX
04-30-2013, 10:02 PM
I have had good luck with all of shimano xt rear derailuers that I have on my bikes.

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rich67
05-05-2013, 05:49 PM
Agree on the SRAM. I have used the x9 and it's a great one. Heck, I even recently went with an x5, and it's awesome also, despite the low price.


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tallsteve
05-06-2013, 06:40 AM
SRAM X-9. The most trouble-free derailleur I have ever owned.

accadacca
05-06-2013, 02:33 PM
I currently have a X-7, had an XTR on my last bike...both work well.

live2ride
05-10-2013, 09:48 PM
I love xt with the shadow plus, your bike wil be quiet and no more chain slap. I am running xtr right now with the shadow plus and love it!

REDFOX
05-11-2013, 07:46 AM
Given the age of the bike and the weight not being an issue, I would buy the cheapest that I could find even deore or lx or scram equivalent.