This Derailleur Pulley Adds Bling and Better Shifting for Cheap

"BikeYoke Shifty has been helping riders get better shifting since 2017, when it introduced the Shifty, a welcome solution to a common gripe that riders had with many mechanical SRAM MTB derailleurs: a flimsy, plastic derailleur pulley that would often wear out after passionate riding in grimy conditions. The injection-molded plastic pulley is in constant contact with the derailleur cable and the elements, resulting in accelerated wear and potentially causing iffy shifting over time."

"It has updated the Shifty V2 with modern SRAM drivetrains in mind, now catering to SRAM Eagle 90 and 70 derailleurs, which both still use an outdated plastic pulley. The stock pulley lacks a bearing or the strength to withstand aggressive riding in muck, but like the first Shifty, the V2 swaps what is essentially a puck of plastic for beautifully machined and anodized alloy that spins easily around a stainless steel bearing. Much nicer for riders who brave the rain."

"Unlike the Shifty that started it all, the Shifty V2 plays nicely with SRAM 1×11 and 1×12 rear derailleurs as well as the current SRAM Eagle 70 and 90 Transmission models. Although the design is simple, it's effective in addressing the issues encountered with mechanical SRAM derailleurs over the years. The revision is primarily evident in the new V2 spacers, which enable the Shifty to work with modern SRAM Eagle derailleurs."

The BikeYoke Shifty V2 replaces fragile injection-molded plastic derailleur pulleys with a 6061-T6 machined aluminum pulley and a stainless steel sealed ball bearing to improve durability and shifting reliability. The upgrade reduces wear caused by constant cable and environmental contact and adds strength for aggressive riding in muddy conditions. The Shifty V2 is compatible with SRAM 1×11 and 1×12 mechanical derailleurs and the current SRAM Eagle 70 and 90 Transmission models through included axle, bolts, spacers, and easy installation. The unit comes in multiple anodized color options and retails for approximately €29.90 ($27.00 USD/CAD).

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