Comments on: A Look At The New 2017 Shimano Deore XT T8000 Touring and Trekking Groupset

By: gentileben

gentileben — Tue, 14 Nov 2017 00:25:00 +0000

Old thread but anyone out there know how the trekking crank might work with Tiagra 4700 10 speed brifters? Would love to use the crank for the better touring ratio of 26-36-48 vs. the Tiagra 30-39-50. I would probably go with a 12-34 cassette and try to use the tiagra derailleurs as well as their cable pull is matched to the brifters. In the rear that would put you within spec with a 34t max big cog but slightly over in capacity at 44 with a specced max of 41.

By: Alee | CyclingAbout.com

Alee | CyclingAbout.com — Tue, 25 Jul 2017 00:09:00 +0000

In reply to Marc B.. Great to hear the T8000 is working well!

By: WALLY K

WALLY K — Sun, 02 Jul 2017 22:45:00 +0000

In reply to Joe. and dont forget the xt 780 V brake !! PEOPLE THINK IM CRAZY BUT I STILL FIND OLD 739 AND 760 N.O.S. ON EBAY I LUV EM!! THOUGH THEY CAN BE LOUD !

By: Marc B.

Marc B. — Tue, 27 Jun 2017 02:48:00 +0000

Installed the crankset, 11-36 cassette, derailleurs and pedals on our touring bikes.
Just came back from Kyushu and Shikoku in Japan. Lots of Mountains. We were impressed, works smoothly.
Crankset are light. Pedals and derailleurs are superb. Prefer the Schmidt SON 28 dynamo.

By: Tony B

Tony B — Mon, 13 Mar 2017 07:21:00 +0000

The problem with yet more sprockets on a hub (10) is a) replications of ratios from different combinations of chainring/sprocket, b) sprockets closer together meaning less tolerance for chain misalignment (if your bike is heavily loaded and the frame is compliant this is likely – ‘ghost’ gear changes) c) thinner chain therefore weaker d) rear wheel dish.

And I wonder if the hubs come with a 36-hole option – 32 is not strong enough for heavy touring.

Think I’ll stick with my 3 x 8 speed. This still gives me a gear range of 20″ to 108″ and it’s cheap, robust and forgiving

By: Alee | CyclingAbout.com

Alee | CyclingAbout.com — Wed, 21 Dec 2016 23:15:00 +0000

In reply to Joe. Although not part of the trekking groupset, Shimano has XT v-brakes available for those manufacturers who prefer rim brakes. But perhaps this move to hydraulic disc brakes indicates where the industry is heading?

By: Joe

Joe — Wed, 21 Dec 2016 11:45:00 +0000

Surprising that Shimano does not seem to include a v-brake option for the Trekking XT. As Alex said, the biggest market for this “gruppo” are trekking/touring bikes in Germany, and rim brakes are very much alive and kicking around here. I predict many manufacturers might decide to go for the still popular (at least in Germany) Magura hydraulic rim brakes if no v-brake option is offered. Or go for Avid vbrakes…

By: Alee | CyclingAbout.com

Alee | CyclingAbout.com — Sat, 19 Nov 2016 20:39:00 +0000

In reply to Brian Kaeter. I'm uncertain whether it will be available in the USA, but perhaps drop into your local bike store and see if they can make an enquiry. The market for this groupset is largest in Europe, so buying online will probably be your best bet.

By: Brian Kaeter

Brian Kaeter — Sat, 19 Nov 2016 18:44:00 +0000

Is this groupset available in the US? I only see it on international websites. My drivetrain on my Specialized AWOL is currently a 10sp XT “road” triple 24/34/44 paired with a 11-34 cassette shifted by Microshift BS-M10 bar end shifters. The 20-112 gear inch range is good, but on the road with 45 mm slicks I am always in the top chainring and near the top of the cassette. Ideally I think I want the XT 26/36/48 crankset for touring on the road with slicks and swap back to the 24/34/44 crankset and 2.0″ mountain tires for bikepacking.

By: Ashley Benns

Ashley Benns — Mon, 19 Sep 2016 21:20:00 +0000

In reply to Sean mccoy.

I found 9 speed Shimano chain all through South America: Not in every town but but I change my chain every 1500 miles or so so as not wear the pinions out of shape. I also carry a chain tool so can always make a repair so no need to carry a spare. I really hope that the 9 speed works on this group.
On the other hand I hardly ever found SRAM brake pads in South America: Avid BB7s are the most popular expedition brakes. I had to change the whole mechanisms despite setting off with 4 spare sets.
The standard chainrings should be 22. I’ve just fitted a 20T granny and stainless 32 middle.