Shimano XTR “Shadow” rear derailleur
June 15, 2007 by Michael Maage
Filed under Light News
Shimano presents a new XTR rear derailleur RD-M972, developed with the revolutionary “Shadow” technology that was introduced recently in the new Deore XT group. “Shadow” realizes an extra thin profile to minimize the chance of getting hit by a rock. A tree trunk. Or whatever else lies waiting on the trail.
Shimano XT 2008
May 2, 2007 by Michael Maage
Filed under Light News
Born in 1982, Shimano celebrates the 25th birthday of Deore XT by introducing a completely revamped group:

Park Tool - Calvin´s Corner
March 23, 2007 by Michael Maage
Filed under Light Tech
As manufacturers release new groups and components, there are often new features that require new service procedures. This is part of a Park Tool series of articles discussing the newer component groups available from various manufacturers.

94,6 grams - xtreme light!
February 8, 2007 by Michael Maage
Filed under Light Parts
Peter from german IBC Lightweight-Forum has broken the 100 grams border for Rear Derailleurs:




