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How can I make my shifting easier? It seems very stiff. Do I need to replace the cables? Wzarycki1 🠦 Stiff or delayed shifting can derive from a number of causes, so it’s worth being systematic as you

RIDING POSITION You need to shift your body weight to take pressure off your hands and redistribute it to the saddle – for example, with a shorter stem or higher-rise bar. HAND PRESSURE Avoid ‘death-g