Trickle-down tech that gets trophies
Trickle down technology is seen throughout Shimano, with everything from shifters to shoes benefitting from top-of-the-range technology at great value. The latest incarnation of the DEORE groupset embodies the trickle-down philosophy as well as ever, delivering the latest 12-speed technology at an accessible price-point.
Shimano loves DEORE, and others love it too! Pinkbike and Singletrack Magazine are amongst those who have recognised DEORE in their latest awards, winning in categories such as “Best Hardware” and “Value Product of the Year”.
What is Trickle Down Tech, Exactly?
At Shimano, the goal is to give the very best components to the very best bike riders in the World, and also to give everyone in the World the very best components at their price point. This does not mean using different technologies or developing different functionality. Instead, Shimano pushes the envelope of development at the high end, and then pushes this technology down along their component ranges.
What makes top-end technology from XTR accessible to mid-range or entry-level products like DEORE is the material. Functionality is the same, but production methods are different. For example, carbon fibre elements will be replaced with aluminium or steel. This allows the tech to trickle down to lower price points.
In this case, Shimano DEORE components deliver a new level of premium performance to the value category by bringing hallmark elite mountain bike technologies to a new price level.
Key Technologies:
- Wide range 10-51T cassette: Offers a huge 510% gear range.
- HYPERGLIDE+: Dramatically increases shifting speed, enabling you to shift up or down the cassette smoothly, even when putting the power down.
- Direct-Mount chainrings: Secure and fast mounting of the chainring, making chainring changes a breeze.
- Extended inner-link plate chain: Provides smoother shifting and enhanced chain retention.
Upgrade your existing components with this drivetrain bundle which includes the following products:
- Chainset: Shimano Deore FC-M6100 12-speed Chainset (choose your size)
- Rear Derailleur: Shimano Deore RD-M6100 Shadow Plus SGS Long Cage Rear Derailleur
- Shift Lever: Shimano Deore SL-M6100 12-Speed Right Hand Shift Lever With Display
- Cassette: Shimano Deore M6100 12sp 10-51T Cassette
- Chain: Shimano CN-M6100 Deore Chain with Quick Link 12 Speed 126L