In a message dated 2/23/1 1:19:15 PM, Hilary.Stone@Tesco.net writes:
>Have tracked down another Simplex Demultiplicator Relais c1960 NOS, mint
>This is a little widget that increases the cable travel for the rear
>derailleur. It is fitted to the bottom of the down tube - the cable from
>the
>shift lever is connected to one side and a second cable is connected from
>the other side of the levver to the rear derailleur. On the other side
>of
>the clip there's short tunnel for a front derailleur inner cable. Rare
>and
>excellent mystery object! $40
>
This device doesn't increase cable travel, it decreases it, allegedly giving
greater feel at the lever. I have one on a bike and it does exactly that.
Those wacky French, go figure.
Phil Brown