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TFC
a Road RacerDate Reviewed: October 20, 2009
Strengths: Functions like it shouldWeaknesses: Poor QCBottom Line: FD 7800 The outside steel chrome is chipping and corroding after two years of non-rain use. My Campi Super Record is corrosion free after 30 years of use.
This will need to be replaced well before it's useful lifespan.
Similar Products Used: Campagnolo
Bike Setup: Cervelo Soloist Carbon
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Super7
a Recreational RiderDate Reviewed: October 18, 2007
Strengths: Works great.Weaknesses: Shoddy finish, chrome flaking off and corrosion underneathBottom Line: I bought a new bike with full D/A group approximately one year ago and probably have about 6,000 miles on it. The D/A front derailleur continues to work flawlessly; however, when I was cleaning my bike the other day I noticed that the chrome coating on the derailleur was flaking off in a couple of places and pitted in others. Where the chrome had flaked off, the metal was corroded underneath. I was surprised as I haven't ridden this bike much in the rain, and although I live in a hot humid area, keep the bike inside my air conditioned house when not riding it. I am going to seem if Shimano will replace under warranty and will try to remember to post an update.
Favorite Ride: hilly
Similar Products Used: older d/a, ultegra, xtr, sachs, campy
Bike Setup: Kestrel evoke with d/a group
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davidscone
a Road RacerDate Reviewed: July 3, 2005
Strengths: Shifting is quick.Weaknesses: Doesn't work well with FSA compact crank. You have to let up the pressure on the crankarms to get a decent shift.Bottom Line: I can only evaluate this derailleur's performance with a compact crankset. My bike came with an FSA compact crank 50-34 and a Dura Ace 10 spd setup. The Dura Ace front derailleur seems to have some problems adapting to the compact design. Firstly, the upshift is very temperamental - you have to let up on the crank before shifting to ensure a smooth shift. Otherwise there is grinding and protests from the drivetrain. Also, I keep throwing my chain if I am in #7 or 8 in the rear and go from the big to small chainring in the front. I can't seem to get the adjustment right.
Favorite Ride: San Clemente to Oceanside
Purchased At: Supergo
Similar Products Used: Campagnolo Veloce and Centaur - shifts much more smoothly than the Dura Ace.
Bike Setup: Felt F55 w/ Dura Ace shifters/derailleurs and FSA compact crank.
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