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Wednesday, May 21, 2008

New Shimano Deore LX 2009

Shimano introduces several new components in the Deore LX and Deore mountain biking groups. For Deore LX there will be new cranksets FC-M582 (MTB) and FC-M583-K (Trekking).They are lighter and stiffer, thanks to the HOLLOWTECH II technology. They will be available in crank arm lengths 170mm and 175mm. Chainring combinations are 44-32-22T (FC-M582/M58K) and 48-36-26T (FC-M583K).Deore will get a new Rapidfire Plus shifter and Top-Normal rear derailleur. The shifter SL-M530 features 2-Way Release technology for faster shifts in various riding conditions. The rear derailleur RD-M531 features a wide link design for more rigidity and precise shifting. It will be available in two colour versions: black and silver.Deore will also get some new cranksets FC-M532 (MTB) and FC-M533-K (Trekking). They are 9-speed Hyperglide compatible and they feature a 2-piece construction with integrated bottom bracket for increased rigidity. Chainring combinations are 44-32-22T and 48-36-26T. FC-M533-K is chaincase compatible and they are available in two colour options: black and silver.









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