Eric , the Jubilee was not as good a derailleur as the SLJ derailleurs. It
did not shift as well and did not last as long. Both factors are due to its
feather weight . When you start taking away metal the durability goes with
it. Also the rigity needed to shift thru the gears.
Sterling Peters
San Diego
> I have lots of miles and experience with the Simplex Super LJ derailleurs
> and consider them to be among the best shifting and durable (remember
these
> are the all metal ones) from the 70's and early 80's. I happen to like
them
> more then Campagnolo NR which I have on a few of my bikes as well. I've
> never used a Huret Jubilee and am curious how they compare. Certainly
they
> weigh less as that is what they were known for, but how are they shifting
> and durability wise?
>
> Eric Elman
> Somers, CT