SRAM Force 22 Yaw Front Derailleur Braze-On with Chain Spotter Black | Cycling Gears Hub

Upgrade your road bike drivetrain with the SRAM Force 22 Yaw Front Derailleur, a front derailleur that has changed the game by giving riders the freedom to shift with incredible speed into either chainring, with no trim and no chain rasp. Built with SRAM's innovative Yaw technology and featuring an integrated chain spotter, this braze-on front derailleur delivers direct, precise, and reliable front shifting performance for road cyclists who demand the best from their drivetrain.

Yaw Technology:
The standout feature of this front derailleur is SRAM's Yaw technology, which was designed to solve a problem that plagued drivetrains for decades. Rather than requiring multiple shifts using shifter trim and confusing micro-adjustments, the Force 22 Yaw front derailleur cage actually rotates to maintain a consistent angular relationship with the chain throughout the entire shift. This rotating cage design means shifts feel more direct and more precise, creating a system that works seamlessly as one with the chain, crankset, and chainrings, all while completely eliminating the need for shifter trim.

TRUE 22 Shifting Performance:
This front derailleur delivers what SRAM calls TRUE 22 performance, meaning riders get twenty-two fully usable gear combinations across the entire drivetrain with no chain rasp or rub in any gear combination. This is a significant improvement over traditional front derailleur designs, where certain gear combinations often required trimming or resulted in chain noise and interference.

Build Quality and Design:
The SRAM Force 22 Yaw Front Derailleur is constructed with a durable steel outer cage, steel inner cage, and a composite shift tail, striking a strong balance between durability and light weight. The slim spring design helps eliminate frame interference, ensuring smooth operation even on tighter frame geometries. This derailleur is specifically optimized to work with SRAM's X-GlideR chainrings, ensuring precise coordination between the front derailleur and chainring shift ramps for consistently accurate shifting performance.

Integrated Chain Spotter:
A key feature of this derailleur is its integrated chain spotter, which protects your frame from chain damage in the event of a dropped chain. Importantly, the chain spotter installs and adjusts independently of the derailleur itself, allowing for precise fine-tuning without affecting the derailleur's primary shifting setup. This added layer of protection gives riders peace of mind during aggressive shifting or rough road conditions.

Precision Alignment and Mounting:
This front derailleur features precision alignment markings that make installation and setup straightforward, helping ensure the derailleur is positioned correctly relative to the chainrings for optimal shifting performance. It uses a braze-on mount, designed for frames with a braze-on front derailleur mounting tab, and is built specifically for 2x11 speed double drivetrain setups.

Compatibility:
The SRAM Force 22 Yaw Front Derailleur is compatible with SRAM RED 22 and Force 22 front shift-brake levers, as well as SRAM's X-GlideR chainrings. It also works with SRAM R2C Aero shifter systems, making it a versatile choice for riders running compatible SRAM 11 speed groupsets. For best performance, this derailleur should be paired with matching SRAM Force 22 or RED 22 components to take full advantage of the Yaw shifting system.

Weight:
This braze-on front derailleur weighs approximately 79 grams, with the integrated chain spotter adding a minimal 10.2 grams, keeping the overall weight impact on your bike to a minimum while delivering a significant upgrade in shifting precision and reliability.

Ideal Use Cases:
This front derailleur is ideal for road cyclists and racers running SRAM Force 22 or RED 22 groupsets who want precise, trim-free front shifting performance. It is particularly well suited for competitive riders who demand consistent, rasp-free shifting across all 22 gear combinations, as well as everyday road cyclists looking to upgrade their front shifting performance and add extra frame protection with the integrated chain spotter.

Key Specifications Summary:
Brand: SRAM
Model: Force 22 Yaw
Product Type: Front Derailleur
Mount Type: Braze-On
Number of Speeds: 2x11 (22 Speed)
Material: Steel Outer Cage, Steel Inner Cage, Composite Tail
Color: Black
Weight: Approximately 79 grams (Braze-On), 10.2 grams (Chain Spotter)
Compatibility: SRAM RED 22, Force 22, X-GlideR Chainrings, SRAM R2C Aero Shifters
Special Features: Yaw Rotating Cage Technology, Integrated Chain Spotter, Precision Alignment Markings, TRUE 22 Shifting
Intended Use: Road Racing and High Performance Road Riding

The SRAM Force 22 Yaw Front Derailleur with Chain Spotter delivers precise, trim-free front shifting, added frame protection, and dependable TRUE 22 gear performance, making it an excellent upgrade for road cyclists seeking smooth, reliable, and race-proven front derailleur performance.