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[Closed] Rear Derailleur..what is short or med or long cage about?

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Hello sorry for the numpty question but what is short or med or long cage all about? and how do I know which one I need for my bike?

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Posted : 02/06/2009 8:33 pm
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Apparently you're meant to have the following:

Tripple up front - long cage

Double up front - medium cage

Single up front - short cage

However on my FS with a tripple up front and 11/34t cassette I run a med cage and have done so for 18 months with no issues


 
Posted : 02/06/2009 8:35 pm
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There´s a sticky about this on the mtbr forum. I read it just yesterday. Basically shorter cage gives quicker/crisper shifts, but it all depends on chain length, range of gears and the position of the moon if you can get away with a shorter one.


 
Posted : 02/06/2009 8:36 pm