Shimano Ranking

• XTR

XTR is engineered for the way you ride. The original XTR component group revolutionized off-road performance with never before seen levels of quality and precision. Mountain biking has evolved and the XTR group has grown, but it has never outgrown its original design philosophy of delivering top-level performance in a lightweight, beautifully engineered package. Whether you are a World Cup cross-country racer or a mountain

• Saint

The design concept for SAINT is Super Heavy Duty. SAINT components are the cyclists guardian in the most challenging situations.

• DXR

Shimano DXR brings top-level design and engineering to BMX racing. DXR is designed to meet the demands of today's Olympic prospects. Ideal for use at your local track.

• Deore XT

DEORE XT has established a tradition as the globally recognized standard in high performance components. The group continues to evolve to keep pace with the changing demands of the latest bicycle designs and riding styles.

• SLX

SLX is Shimano's mid-range MTB group designed specifically for off-road riding. The distinct range of options within SLX allow you to tailor your components to your preferred off-road style, from XC through to All-Mountain.

• Deore LX

The new DEORE LX group features the popular and revolutionary functions from the XTR and DEORE XT groups, including the Dual Control Levers, Rapidfore Plus shifters, Hollowtech II cranks and powerful hydraulic disc brakes. Designed for cross-country and trekking bikes, DEORE LX can take you there, and back again.

• Hone

HONE is an affordably priced enduro/all-mountain group intended to "sharpen, improve and develop" your off-road riding skills.

• Deore

The DEORE group delivers a high level of quality and performance you've come to expect with Shimano MTB components at an excellent value. Whether it's a friendly race in the dirt, cruising along single track, or just riding around town, Shimano DEORE has the performance to match.

• Alivio

ALIVIO has a reputation for style, value and great performance. With a simple rugged design, an 8-speed drivetrain, and full compliment of advanced Shimano functions, ALIVIO adds up to a high-quality recreational mountain bike group.

• Acera

ACERA is an MTB-style component group that offers an 8-speed drivetrain. ACERA delivers the responsive feeling of a serious mountain bike to casual riders and entry-level cyclists. Visit your local bike shop to learn more about ACERA and other Shimano components.

• Altus

ALTUS is a 7/8-speed MTB-style component group for city sport and youth bikes. In addition to an excellent cost performance, ALTUS provides a feeling of "easy control" that inspires confidence, especially among novice cyclists and younger riders.

• Tourney

TOURNEY has been developed to give entry level sport bikes a boost. It fully incorporates advanced Shimano functions including Dual SIS for front and rear index shifting, wide-range gearing and hub-dynamo capabilities. TOURNEY's finished form sets the appealing standard for entry-level components.

• Non-Series Components

High quality Shimano MTB components to match a variety of groups, bicycles and riding styles.