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  • Shimano exage 400lx front derailleur FD M400
    New product
    Shimano exage 400lx front derailleur FD M400
    • €8.99
  • Front derailleur Shimano TY22
    New product -35%
    Front derailleur Shimano TY22
    • €9.69
    • €14.90
  • Front derailleur Shimano Altus
    New product -40%
    Front derailleur Shimano Altus
    • €7.53
    • €12.55
  • Shimano Altus FD-CT91 front derailleur for mtb
    New product -40%
    Shimano Altus FD-CT91 front derailleur
    • €7.53
    • €12.55
  • Front derailleur Shimano Altus
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    Front derailleur Shimano Altus
    • €14.81
    • €18.99
  • Front derailleur Shimano C201
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    Front derailleur Shimano C201
    • €16.37
    • €20.99
  • Front derailleur Campagnolo Veloce 10s braze on
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    Front derailleur Campagnolo Veloce 10s braze on
    • €29.04
    • €33.00
  • Shimano deore xt fd-m8020-e 2x11s direct mount front derailleur
    New product -17%
    Shimano deore xt fd-m8020-e 2x11s direct mount front derailleur
    • €35.68
    • €42.99
  • Front derailleur Shimano Ultegra FD-R8000-F 11s
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    Front derailleur Shimano Ultegra FD-R8000 11s
    • €34.64
    • €62.99
  • Front derailleur Microshift Marvo LT FD-M50
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    Front derailleur Microshift Marvo LT FD-M50
    • €11.99
  • Shimano Sora FD3500 front derailleur
    New product Used
    Shimano Sora FD3500 front derailleur
    • €18.99
  • Front derailleur Shimano Claris FD-2403 3x8s
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    Front derailleur Shimano Claris FD-2403 3x8s
    • €9.99
  • Shimano Ultegra Triple FD-6703 10-speed ​​front derailleur
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    Shimano Ultegra triple FD-6703 10-speed ​​front derailleur
    • €19.99
  • Front derailleur shimano tourney
    New product -55%
    Front derailleur shimano tourney
    • €9.00
    • €19.99
  • Front derailleur SLX FD-M7020
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    Front derailleur SLX FD-M7020
    • €9.99
  • Shimano RSX derailleur
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    Shimano RSX derailleur
    • €14.99
  • Front derailleur Shimano XT FD-M8050 DI2
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    Front derailleur Shimano XT FD-M8050 DI2
    • €129.99
  • Shimano 600 tricolor front derailleur
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    Shimano 600 tricolor front derailleur
    • €28.99
  • Front derailleur Shimano 600
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    Front derailleur Shimano 600
    • €28.99
  • Front derailleur Campagnolo Daytona
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    Front derailleur Campagnolo Daytona
    • €24.99
  • Sram XX front derailleur
    New product -70%
    Sram XX front derailleur
    • €48.96
    • €163.20
  • Front derailleur Suntour 28.6 mm
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    Front derailleur Suntour 28.6 mm
    • €9.99
  • Shimano Deore XT FD-M786 front derailleur
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    Shimano Deore XT FD-M786 front derailleur
    • €34.99
  • Front derailleur Shimano Dura-ace FD-9000-B 2x11s
    New product -42%
    Front derailleur Shimano Dura-ace FD-9000-B 2x11s
    • €98.60
    • €170.00
  • Front derailleur Shimano Dura-ace FD-7970 DI2 2x10s
    New product -65%
    Front derailleur Shimano Dura-ace FD-7970 DI2 2x10s
    • €171.50
    • €490.00
  • Front deerailleur Shimano GRX DI2 FD-RX815 2x11s
    New product -45%
    Front derailleur Shimano GRX DI2 FD-RX815 2x11s
    • €148.49
    • €269.99
  • Front derailleur Shimano XTR FD-M985-E 2x10s
    New product -49%
    Front derailleur Shimano XTR FD-M985-E 2x10s
    • €53.04
    • €104.00
  • Front derailleur shimano...
    New product Used
    Front derailleur shimano deore fd-m618 2x10s
    • €11.99
  • Front derailleur Shimano Tiagra
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    Front derailleur Shimano Tiagra
    • €12.99
  • Front derailleur Sram Red 22 Yaw 11s used
    Used
    Front derailleur Sram Red 22 Yaw 11s used
    • €49.99
  • Front derailleur Shimano Deore FD-M590-10 3x10s
    New product
    Front derailleur Shimano Deore FD-M590-10
    • €32.99
  • Shimano Deore XT FD-M8025 2x11s front derailleur
    New product -30%
    Shimano Deore XT FD-M8025 2x11s front derailleur
    • €41.99
    • €59.99
  • Front derailleur shimano deore fd-m7020-11-d 2x11s
    New product -55%
    Front derailleur shimano deore fd-m7020-11-d 2x11s
    • €18.45
    • €40.99
  • Front derailleur Mavic 810
    Used
    Front derailleur Mavic 810
    • €44.99
  • Shimano Deore LX FD M571 front derailleur
    Used
    Shimano Deore LX FD M571 front derailleur
    • €12.99
  • Front derailleur Sram Red Yaw 11s
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    Front derailleur Sram Red Yaw 11s
    • €49.99
  • Front derailleur Sunrace
    New product -25%
    Front derailleur Sunrace
    • €5.99
    • €7.99
  • Collar for the fixture of a brazed derailleur for road bike
    New product
    Collar for the fixture of a brazed derailleur for road bike
    • €4.99
  • Shimano Nexave FD-C900 derailleur
    Used
    Shimano Nexave FD-C900 front derailleur
    • €14.99
  • Shimano triple FD-TY22 front derailleur
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    Shimano triple FD-TY22 front derailleur
    • €3.99
  • Shimano RX100 FD-A551 front derailleur brazed
    New product
    Shimano RX100 FD-A551 front derailleur brazed
    • €19.99
  • 14.9€ Microshift FD R54 front derailleur
    New product
    Microshift FD R54 front derailleur
    • €14.90
  • Campagnolo vintage front derailleur
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    Campagnolo vintage front derailleur
    • €9.99
  • Triple front derailleur Shimano Alivio FD-M431
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    Triple front derailleur Shimano Alivio FD-M431
    • €12.99
  • Shimano Tiagra braze-on derailleur
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    Shimano Tiagra braze-on derailleur
    • €14.99
  • Campagnolo Avanti front derailleur
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    Campagnolo Avanti front derailleur
    • €18.99
  • Shimano XTR FD-M950 front derailleur
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    Shimano XTR FD-M950 front derailleur
    • €34.99
  • Shimano Ultegra front derailleur
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    Shimano Ultegra front derailleur
    • €28.99
  • Front derailleur Shimano Alivio FD-M4000
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    New product Out-of-Stock
    Front derailleur Shimano Alivio FD-M4000
    • €17.99

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Front derailleur: role, features, and specificities for a smooth transmission

The front derailleur is a key component of a bicycle’s drivetrain. Positioned near the crankset, it moves the chain between the chainrings. When properly adjusted and matched to your riding style, it ensures precise gear shifts, improved pedaling efficiency, and longer lifespan of the entire transmission system.

What is the purpose of a front derailleur ?

Unlike the rear derailleur, which manages gear changes on the cassette, the front derailleur shifts the chain across the chainrings. It provides significant changes in gear ratio:

  • Switching to the small chainring for climbing steep hills with more ease.

  • Using the large chainring to ride faster on flat terrain or descents.

  • Finding the right balance between pedaling cadence and power output.

Its role is essential for adapting a cyclist’s effort to different riding conditions.

Main features of a front derailleur

A front derailleur should be selected according to several criteria:

  • Mounting type:

    • High clamp or low clamp (depending on the bike frame’s design).

    • Direct mount on modern frames.

  • Number of compatible chainrings:

    • Double (2x) for most road bikes and mountain bikes.

    • Triple (3x), still used on some touring bikes or entry-level MTBs.

  • Derailleur capacity: the maximum difference in teeth it can handle between the small and large chainring.

  • Cable routing type: top pull, bottom pull, or side pull, depending on frame design and drivetrain system.

  • Compatibility with the drivetrain: it must match the cassette speed (8, 9, 10, 11, or 12-speed), as the spacing between chainrings differs across groupsets.

Specificities depending on bike type

The choice of a front derailleur also depends on the type of bike:

  • Road bikes: prioritize lightness and precision. Compact double chainring systems offer a wide gear range suitable for long rides.

  • Mountain bikes (MTB): some riders still use a double chainring, but the trend is toward single chainring setups (1x), eliminating the front derailleur for greater simplicity and reliability.

  • Touring or trekking bikes: triple chainrings remain popular, offering maximum versatility and very low gears for climbing with a loaded bike.

Maintenance and adjustment of a front derailleur

A front derailleur requires precise adjustment to work properly:

  • Its height must match the size of the chainrings.

  • High and low limit screws prevent the chain from dropping off the chainrings.

  • Cable tension directly influences shifting smoothness.

Regular maintenance (cleaning, chain lubrication, checking alignment) helps avoid unwanted noises and ensures an efficient drivetrain.

In short, the front derailleur is an essential component for cyclists who need a wide range of gears. When properly chosen and well adjusted, it delivers smooth pedaling, reliable transmission, and an optimal riding experience.

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