XT vs SLX Side by Side Comparison | Can your THUMBS handle the XT?

Some viewers have pointed out that the XT shifter is way harder to press than the SLX shifter. I hadn't noticed a difference when I swapped my SLX out for an XT because I didn't do a side by side comparison at the time. Going back to them now and testing one right next to another it is clear that the XT is much harder to press than the SLX. Personally, I still prefer the XT for its sealed bearing construction and instant release feature, but for those with weaker grip strength the SLX may be something to consider!

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My Shimano 12-Speed Crankset Comparison Guide - Complete with specs, product links, part numbers, etc.
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🚲 Product Links

Cranksets
Deore - https://amzn.to/3Pxh8N2 🥇Best Bang for Your Buck (Tied)
SLX - https://amzn.to/494nZEF + https://amzn.to/3PyBQfE 🥇 Best Bang for Your Buck (Tied)
Deore XT - https://amzn.to/43yzymk + https://amzn.to/4aqFuA7
XTR - https://amzn.to/3x6wqlR + https://amzn.to/3PICp6R

Chains
Deore - https://amzn.to/3uYSq1e
SLX - https://amzn.to/49Imehx
Deore XT - https://amzn.to/3PaSO3x
XTR - https://amzn.to/4c1Yl6h 🥇 Best Bang for Your Buck

Cassettes
Deore - https://amzn.to/3wqtno2 🥇Best Bang for Your Buck (Tied)
SLX - https://amzn.to/3wsZC67 🥇 Best Bang for Your Buck (Tied)
Deore XT - https://amzn.to/4bJ7Ua6
XTR - Check your LBS!

Shifters
Deore - https://amzn.to/47DdSXy
SLX - https://amzn.to/3uKO79n
Deore XT - https://amzn.to/3sYA27J🥇 Best Bang for Your Buck
XTR - https://amzn.to/438XxbS

Rear Derailleurs
Deore - https://amzn.to/3qKyAVl
SLX - https://amzn.to/45k4Ygy 🥇 Best Bang for Your Buck
Deore XT - https://amzn.to/3YLjFGY
XTR - https://amzn.to/3V2JK4l

Deore/SLX Pulley Set - https://amzn.to/3sdUd0v
XT Pulley Set - https://amzn.to/3si35SN (Can be used to upgrade Deore/SLX)

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📚 Chapters

00:00 - Intro
02:50 - SLX vs XT Shifter - Side by Side
03:47 - SLX Shifter Only
03:57 - XT Shifter Only
04:06 - SLX Shifter - No Instant Release Demo
04:30 - XT Shifter - Instant Release Demo
04:42 - SLX - Cassette Side View
05:24 - XT - Cassette Side View
05:53 - SLX - Cassette Rear View
06:47 - XT - Cassette Rear View
07:45 - Outro

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