[Closed] 2 x 9 Advice

not aware of specific double shifters, just set a triple shifter up so only two rings can be used.

It's not a bodge.

Simply adjust the stop outer limit screw on the front derailleur so that it doesn't shift the chain further than the middle ring.

SRAM X7, X9, X0 and XX all do specific x 2 front shifters and I think Shimano do too but I have only fund them for sale in pairs so far, whereas SRAM's come in singles if required.

But I just did what Digger90 stated.

Locked down the limit screws on my XTR shifters/front mech and it works ok with a middleburn Duo, although there was a bit more fettling to set up than normal.

if you're using hollowtech 2 is there a way of shifting the cranks to the right a bit so the chainrings sit in the middle of the cassette? or does no-one worry about that or what then.

Seems to work perfectly on mine with the granny and middle in their normal positions

cheers,
a friend uses a double set on his spesh enduro.

maybe i should drop the 36t to a 34 or even 32, any thoughts?

i still like the single ring set up, much easier in the mud, everyone else is seizing up etc

I use a thumbie, works great.

Normal shifters and mechs, 26-38 11/32.

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keep the 36, because you're getting the lower gears with the granny, you don't want to lose the higher gears

I use a normal shifter/mech and use all 3 positions. Position 1 for granny ring, 2 for the easier cassette gears and position 3 for the other end of the cassette. I find that if I do this the chain comes off less on the higher gears and won't rub on the easier ones if shifted down to position 2.

My SLX double specific front mech is used with an old LX triple shifter. The bottom click does nowt as the mech stops only allow movement for the two rings. setup is 22/36/Bash and I use a bottom roller just for added security.... works a treat...