R-Series drop bar shifters are designed to make life easier. Upshifts and downshifts are handled by separate, discrete levers and the brake lever is completely fixed, meaning accidental shifts are a thing of the past. External shifter cable routing is easy to replace and avoids kinks in the housing. Add in comfy ergonomics and crisp shifting action, and you’ve got the best value in road shifters.

If you know a bike mechanic that’s been around for a while, you may notice that they sometimes get a little nostalgic for 9-speed drivetrains. 9-speed is super versatile, easy to adjust, and tolerant of all kinds of abuse. R9 embodies that versatility and durability. With a wide variety of shifter, derailleur, and cassette options, you can use R9 to set up a road bike almost any way that you want. It also slots in easily as a replacement parts if your existing drivetrain wears out or breaks. It’s not fancy, but sometimes normal is exactly what you’re looking for.