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Commented on Ergonomics: STI vs DoubleTap
I have Campy and have had Record on my old DeRosa. It is a steel bike TSX with Campy ergo record 8 speed. I have since sold all the Campy stuff and plan to repaint the Frame back to original...
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I have yet to see these but it sounds cool I am all for technolgy...

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DL Byron commented on Ergonomics: STI vs DoubleTap
Before Mark comments, I’ve traveled extensively with Shimano STI (old DA) on the Modal, and you’ll love it. Just note that it’s going to be more finicky then down-tube shifters. Learn how to adjust it before you ride. If Zona hasn’t ordered it yet, get the new Ultegra with the new hoods. World of difference in ergonomics....
Mark V commented on Ergonomics: STI vs DoubleTap
I don’t think that the Ultegra 6700 is available until fall. Also, I think Simon meant that he is getting a custom steel bike out of Columbus Zona, which is Nivacrom tubing available in a wide variety of diameters and shapes. It’s nice stuff, my Sycip is made from mostly Zona. Anyone can get acclimated to STI, but triple front shifter/derailleurs are much more sensitive to set-up. Doubles are no big deal. After a couple rides, shifting will seem totally natural. The biggest issue as a commuter will be drivetrain wear. If you chose disc-brakes, that probably means you were...
simon.nix commented on Ergonomics: STI vs DoubleTap
Mark’s bang on with the Columbus steel. It’s entry level for the guy who’s making the bike for me (most of his clients go fo Ti or XCr), but I can’t imagine ever needing anything nicer than Zona. Plus, a lack of corrosion resistance is a good justification for keeping it inside (which my gf is generally against). The Ultegra SL was offered as an upgrade over 105, and as I’m on a budget I don’t think I’ll get the 6700 for the same price. Pity, but then again not having prior STI experience means I won’t know what I’m...
DL Byron commented on Ergonomics: STI vs DoubleTap
My error on missing Zona was the steel, I presumed it was a builder I hadn’t heard of. Don’t forget fenders and flaps....
simon.nix commented on Ergonomics: STI vs DoubleTap
“Don’t forget fenders and flaps.” You know it! Making sure the frame has clearance for 35c and fenders....