Shimano Deore XT 9 Speed Shifter Set M770

Modeled on the impressive XTR shifters, Shimano XT gets you close to the same performance at about half the cost. Yeah sure you miss out on some of the exotic materials, but when you're ankle deep in mud blasting through a loose river crossing all you're going to care about is if your shifters don't crap out, and when it comes to durability - Deore XT has it stitched up. Shimano mountain bike parts are still some of the best out there and the new Deore XT range from Shimano are no exception. The new generation marks the 25th Anniversary of the first mtb-specific groupset, by continuing the successful XT theme of lightweight, durability and sleek design. Not only are you getting some of the most refined components available for your bike, you are also investing in products that are designed to last a lifetime.

 

The XT shifters from Shimano continue to highlight many of the features that have made Shimano Rapidfire shifters so popular amongst mountain bikers due to their functionality and lont term durability. Though it wouldn't be XT if it wasn't lightweight, and through the use of alloy shifting levers and meticulate forging techniques, the XT drops more weight over the cheaper SLX.

Like the SLX, the XT's utilise Shimano's "2-Way Release" mechanism that allows riders to pull the release trigger with their index finger, or push it with their thumb. This allows you to operate the shifter exactly how you need to, allowing you to concentrate on the trail. Continuing the ergonomic theme, the shifters can be mounted inboard or outboard of the brake levers so you can have them in perfect reach for your hands and the gear indicator can also be removed, should you wish to de-clutter the handlebars. A neat feature of the optical gear display is that it "floats" above the handlebar, allowing you to mount handlebar lockouts or other remote devices right next to the clamp without fowling on the gear display.

 

 

The Shimano Deore XT M770 Shifter Set Features: