7-8-9 gear shifting for mountain bikes

MTB shifters for 7-, 8- and 9-speed drivetrains from the bazaar represent a reliable and economical choice for restoring precise gear shifting on a mountain or cross bike. In the bazaar, you will find shifter levers and twist shifters from trusted brands such as Shimano (Altus, Acera, Alivio, Deore) or SRAM.
What is important to consider when choosing a 7/8/9-speed shifter from the bazaar:

• Type of shifter construction: Classic Rapidfire Plus trigger shifters with index/thumb shifting, or GripShift twist grips for instant multi-gear shifting.
• Cable pull ratio: Shimano 7/8/9sp systems use the classic 2:1 ratio, while SRAM ESP uses a 1:1 ratio, so these two brands cannot be combined.
• Separate lever vs. shifter-brake lever (duals): For hydraulic brakes, choose separate shifters; for cable brakes on older bikes, integrated combo levers are suitable.
• Optical gear indicator: A practical display (Optical Gear Display) on the shifter body facilitates quick visual checking of the selected gear while riding.