Changing to Gripshift from Shimano - How?

Carl170

Hi.

I would like to return to gripshift, which is what my last 2 bikes had.

I currently have a full Shimano drivetrain including shimano shifters.

What do I actually need to replace so I can install the gripshift shifters? I am guessing the derailers? What about the cassettes etc

Thanks in advance.

Carl

nicklouse

just the shifters (if you get the shimano version). get the same speed as you have now.

if you want the cost of changing to Sram "GripShift" the yes shifters cables and at least the rear mech.

njee20

SRAM used to do Rocket and Attack Grip Shift shifters, which will work with your existing mech. Alternatively if you want to use the X.0 ones (and they are the nicest IMO) then you'll need a new rear mech as well.

The Rookie

How many rear gears do you have?

SRAM Centauri (? spelling) as well for Shimano.....

I have some 8speed SRAM MRX (shimano compatable) going spare!

70\ʹspenguin

FWIW ive just change to gripshift and am using the XO. £25 delivered from ze germans and the best shifting ive ever had by a country mile.

The Rookie

Forgot to say I run an X9 on my commuter (really declutters the bars) which i like, but still prefer levers (SRAM rockets) on my MTB!

denis's mate

70\'sPenguin wrote:

FWIW ive just change to gripshift and am using the XO. £25 delivered from ze germans and the best shifting ive ever had by a country mile.

Which site or link please.

Carl170

I am running a 3 by 9 setup.

So I need to replace the rear mech. What can I replace it with?

Are the rear cassette gaps the same? I don't have to change that as well, do I?

I would aslo be interested in the link!

Thanks for your help so far!

Carl

cooldad

Cassette is the same, just need to match rear mech with shifters. Shimano with Sram named, or Sram with Sram numbered.

Carl170

Thanks for all your replies so far!

So if I buy:

Gripshift 9 Speed Shifter
Gripshift 3 Speed Shifter
SRAM 9 Speed Rear Mech
2 New Gear cables

This is all I need right?

I have looked for ones that might be compatible with the deore mech, but no luck.

Does anyone know the link to this german website that has the shifters for £25?

Regards

Carl

nicklouse

the shifters come with cables normally but you will need outers and cutters.

70\ʹspenguin

Cheaper if you buy both. About £5 postage. Delivered in 3 days usually. http://www.bike-discount.de/shop/k1255/ ... speed.html

The Rookie

Then click the word Deutsh top right, choose English and United Kingdom and then press Speche to get the site in English if it's not already.

These are Cheaper and Shimano compatable... http://www.bike-discount.de/shop/k1255/ ... speed.html

Carl170

One last question - Can I mix the SRAM groupset ?

Eg can I mix the SRAM X7 rear mech with the X.0 shifters?

Cheers

Carl

nicklouse

ass long as the speeds are the same.