Shimano is one of the leading brands in cycling components and accessories. The company was founded in 1921 in Japan and over time has become a global leader in the field. It produces a wide range of products and focuses on various cycling disciplines, including road cycling, mountain biking, BMX, gravel bikes and more.
Over the years, Shimano has developed several model series of its components that differ in performance, weight and price. Among the most well-known model series are Shimano Dura-Ace (for road bikes and high-performance components), Shimano Ultegra (for road bikes and high performance at a reasonable price), Shimano Deore XT (for mountain bikes and racing) and Shimano SLX (for mountain bikes and recreational riding).
Shimano also focuses on innovations in cycling. For example, it came up with electronic shifter technology (Di2), which allows precise and smooth shifting using electronic switches. This technology has become popular with professional riders and amateur cyclists alike.