{"product_id":"wolf-tooth-roadlink-dm","title":"Wolf Tooth RoadLink DM","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-copy\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you’ve ever wished your Shimano road or GRX bike could run a bigger cassette for steeper climbs or loaded rides, the \u003cstrong\u003eWolf Tooth RoadLink DM\u003c\/strong\u003e is the clean, pro-level way to get there.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstead of replacing your derailleur or rebuilding the whole drivetrain, the RoadLink DM is a small CNC-machined adapter that replaces Shimano’s stock direct-mount link. By shifting the derailleur slightly away from the cassette, it creates the clearance needed to run larger cogs while keeping chain wrap and shift quality close to factory levels. Think of it as smart repositioning, not a hack job.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the road, that means you can pair your favorite Shimano road or GRX 1x derailleur with wide-range 11-speed cassettes and still enjoy crisp, confident shifting. Whether you’re racing, bikepacking, commuting, or just trying to survive the local wall of a climb, the RoadLink DM lets you unlock the gear range you actually need.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho It’s For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoad riders who want lower climbing gears without giving up their Shimano Dura-Ace, Ultegra, or 105 derailleurs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGravel and adventure riders building 1x setups with wider-range cassettes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCommuters and touring riders carrying extra weight who need an easier bailout gear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGRX 1x riders looking to push Shimano’s intended gear range further, especially with ultra wide-range cassettes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCompatibility Made Simple\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWolf Tooth designed the RoadLink DM specifically for modern Shimano road and GRX rear derailleurs in \u003cstrong\u003e1x\u003c\/strong\u003e configurations:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompatible rear derailleurs:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShimano Dura-Ace R9100-series\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShimano Ultegra R8000-series, RX800 and RX805 (clutch)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShimano 105 R7000-series\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShimano GRX 810 (RX810) rear derailleurs in 1x setups\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOptimized for 11-speed cassettes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e11–36T\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e11–40T\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e11–42T\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt will \u003cstrong\u003eimprove\u003c\/strong\u003e performance with 10–42T 11-speed cassettes, but shifting will not be quite as perfect as Shimano’s original design intent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe RoadLink DM \u003cstrong\u003edoes not increase derailleur capacity\u003c\/strong\u003e. It only repositions the derailleur to clear larger cassette cogs, so you must still confirm your derailleur’s total capacity for your chosen chainring and cassette.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for \u003cstrong\u003estandard derailleur hangers only\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNot compatible\u003c\/strong\u003e with direct-mount derailleur hangers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNot for 2x GRX drivetrains\u003c\/strong\u003e – this is intended for 1x setups.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTech Highlights\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20 g (about 8 g more than the stock link it replaces)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e CNC-machined 6061-T6 aluminum with stainless steel bolt\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMade in the USA\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s a small part, but it unlocks a big upgrade path: wider-range gearing, smoother climbs, and more control over how your road, gravel, or adventure bike rides – all while keeping the Shimano feel you’re used to.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Wolf Tooth","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45079755259948,"sku":"ROADLINK-DM","price":29.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/7684\/9196\/files\/wolf-tooth-roadlink-dm-7883101.jpg?v=1771292065","url":"https:\/\/ricycles.com\/products\/wolf-tooth-roadlink-dm","provider":"RA Cycles","version":"1.0","type":"link"}