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brifters

How Do Bike Gears Work?

May 30, 2023 by Jack Gazeley

Whether you’re a beginner cyclist or a seasoned racer, at some point you’ve probably caught yourself wondering: “Just how do bike gears work?”

The way in which gears function is something that seems pretty complex, but in reality, is a very simple mechanism.

Categories Bike Parts Explained Tags brifters, derailleur, drivetrain, friction shifters, gear ratios, gears, shifters Leave a comment

What Are Brifters In Cycling? Everything You Need To Know

January 25, 2024February 22, 2023 by Tom Fortune

Love it or loathe it, the term “brifter” is now well-established in the cyclist’s vocabulary.

But if you’re not familiar with them, this might leave you wondering: what are brifters, and why do they matter?

Categories Bike Parts Explained, EnCycloPedia Tags brifters, shifters, shimano, sti Leave a comment

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