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FastforaSlowGuy
06-21-2013, 10:22 AM
If I have a triple crank set up as a double (2 inner rings + bash guard), will a 2x-specific XTR front derailleur work?
Mikej
06-21-2013, 12:54 PM
CHECK OUT mtbr.com drivetrain section.
Jack Brunk
06-21-2013, 01:30 PM
If I have a triple crank set up as a double (2 inner rings + bash guard), will a 2x-specific XTR front derailleur work?

My 29ers are set up the same way. I believe the XTR shifters are made to work either 2x or 3x and it's a simple screw turn to lock it in place.
oldpotatoe
06-22-2013, 06:49 AM
If I have a triple crank set up as a double (2 inner rings + bash guard), will a 2x-specific XTR front derailleur work?

yes...