Re: Why is Shimano so hated by some?

[EMAIL PROTECTED] schreef ...
> On Mon, 1 Dec 2003 18:12:55 -0500, "Bruni" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> 
> >Al frost's post is onto substance. Even before the dubious patented splined
> >BB'S, Shimano shortened spindles to such an extent that everyone had to
> >retool away from face and hook spanner designs as 103mm was tooshort. Too
> >short also describes a fork cut for a Shimano headset when trying to fit
> >another brand. A pattern? Remember the weak rear der. return springs that
> >were designed to frustrate Sram users?
> 
> I know that one! That's what bothers me most with my current setup,
> SRAM Centera (5.0) shifters and STX-RC rear der. The spring should be
> much stronger. Next bike will have X.9 shifters and rear derailleur
> instead. 

That's why the Bassworm is on the market.

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Regards,
Marten