Derailleur gears chain slack. Cage length determines the total capacity of the derailleur, that is the size difference between the largest and smallest chainrings, and the size difference between the largest and smallest sprockets on the cogset added together. A larger sum requires a longer cage length. Typical cross country mountain bikes with three front chainrings will use a long cage rear derailleur. A road bike with only two front chainrings and close ratio sprockets can operate with either a short or long cage derailleur, but will work better with a short cage. Manufacturer stated derailleur capacities are as follows: Shimano long
Influence of French on English among the clergy. French was therefore, at first, spoken in England under the form of this Anglo-Norman dialect. During the 12th century, continental French had a greater influence on Old English. It acquired great prestige in England, especially within the aristocracy and the clergy. It became the language of law and justice nationwide. Rich and noble families, most of them of Norman origin, taught their children French or sent them to study in France. The expansion of the French language in England was also encouraged by royal marriages. From Henry II Plantagenet and Eleanor of Aquitaine at the beginning of