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! ———————————————————————— 🔗 Helpful Links My Shimano 12-Speed Crankset Comparison Guide - Complete with specs, product links, part numbers, etc. https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/... My Shimano Crankset Comparison Video:    • Shimano's Deore Crankset is $477 CHEAPER t...   My Shimano Chain Comparison Video:    • Shimano's XTR Chain Is Actually the BEST B...   My Shimano Cassette Comparison Video:    • Shimano's $82 All-Steel Deore Cassette is ...   My Shimano Shifter Comparison Video:    • Shimano Shifter Showdown | How is the Deor...   My Shimano Rear Derailleur Comparison Video:    • Deore to XTR for less than $25!! | Shimano...   ———————————————————————— 🚲 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) ———————————————————————— 📚 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 ———————————————————————— Music from Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/avbe/night-in-kyoto License code: EFYZPNDYPQZEMYE2