Shimano’s first proper MTB groupset, the first generation Deore XT was very finely made and included some wonderful parts such as this front hub. With a ‘sealed mechanism’, handsome large flanges and a high polish finish its a lovely thing that worked well and kept going forever with light maintenance.
- Model: HB-MN72
- Introduced in 1983, this one dated 1985
- 100 mm OLN for quick release (not included)
- 36 hole
- Weighs: 163 grams
- Made in Japan