Is Shimano XTR worth the money?

Shimano XTR is the top of the line option, not only saving the most weight, but in many opinions, looking the best as well. If you are looking to save some weight and money, I would suggest getting the XTR cassette and crankset, as these two parts save the most weight, while running the other parts as Shimano XT.

Which is better Shimano XT or XTR?

The modulation in the brakes is vastly improved over the previous on/off generation of Shimano brakes. The XTR versions, however, do control power noticeably better than the XT. SLX offers much of the same tech (12-speed, Hyperglide Plus, four-piston brake caliper), but at an even lower cost than XT.

Is XT better than SLX?

Compared to the SLX, the new XT feels more crisp and of slightly more high-end quality. However, the price will show if it’s really worth the upgrade. On a purely functional basis, there is little to complain about on the entry-level groupset.

Is Shimano Deore XT the same as XT?

Deore XT carries the big advantage of having the Shadow Plus technology (link), unlike the Deore which in the best case has the Shadow compact design. Simply put, the XT works faster, more accurately, more silently and doesn’t need regular service for adjustement.

Can you use XTR shifter with XT derailleur?

The 12 speed XT and XTR shifters have zero difference in function. The difference happens at SLX with no multi-release. I have both XT and XTR. They both can shift up to two gears at once to smaller cogs and up to four at once to larger cogs, no difference in feel or function.

Which Shimano MTB groupset is best?

If you’re looking for exceptional performance, and willing to invest in the best, then the ultimate Shimano groupset for the mountain bike rider has to be the Shimano XTR Di2 – the cutting edge of shifting and braking technology.

What does Shimano XTR stand for?

Bike Racing
Birth of Flagship Series Leading the Mountain Bike Racing Scene. Under such circumstances, Shimano began developing components dedicated to mountain bike racing and released XTR in 1991. The “R” in XTR stands for Racing.

What is XTR bike?

XTR CASSETTE – 12 SPEED Shifting, power transfer and stability like you’ve never experienced. Made out of alloy, steel and titanium, our cassette is lighter, more durable and more rigid as well. So don’t bother to put your friend under some serious pressure: you can continuously pedal while shifting under load.

Which Shimano gear is best for MTB?

Shimano XTR. The benchmark in cable performance, but we’d still rather Di2.

Shimano XT. Your head might say SLX, but your heart will always choose XT.

Shimano SLX. The logical choice for a price-conscious 12-speed upgrade.

SRAM XX1 Eagle AXS. The market leader.

SRAM X01 Eagle.

SRAM GX Eagle.

SRAM NX Eagle.

Box Two 11-Speed.

Can you use Shimano shifters with SRAM derailleur?

The SRAM rear derailleur (mech) will not work with a Shimano shifter as is; the cable pull and shift activation ratios are not the same between the two systems. If you do get a Shimano rear derailleur, you would need the GS (long) cage if you have an 11-32 cassette.

Is 1×10 enough MTB?

1×10 is not good, range is too small, difference in weight isn’t worth it and it’s not that cheap especially if you add things to make it better like chainguide, clutch mech, nw ring and larger cassette cog. If you want to go 1x, I’d definitely recommend SRAM because it’s the only good way to get proper range.