| Re: 7 to 8 Speed
On Wed, 04 Aug 2004 00:52:06 +0000, Brad Hubbard wrote:
> Sheldon Brown wrote:
>
>> If you want go to with indexing, you'll also need to replace the
>> shifters.
>
> Pardon my ignorance but what's indexing?
>
> TIA,
> Brad
"clicky" shifting, where the shifter, when adjusted properly, clicks
through a number of indents instead of having a smooth travel. Each
indent precisely lines the derailleur cage up with the appropriate cog.
With friction shifting, you have to rely on "feel" to make sure the gear
is properly aligned, using your feel, ear, and sometimes a glance back at
the cage (be careful LOL).
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