Then there's the new Ultegra SL.

Which I am getting on my new ride. That would be the "turbo" version of Ultegra/Insert car of choice, with metallic paint or summat.

Except that I'm installing an SRAM cassette. So I am, GASP! Mixing brands!

Shimano only provides road cassettes up to 27 cogs.
Campy up to 29. What I had so far.
SRAM cassettes go up to 28 and that's what I'm getting.

So other than weight, I guess gearing options will be something to look out for?

I always thought or Record/DuraAce = Porsche and Chorus/Ultegra = BMW (although Chorus a higher series BMW than Ultegra).


Now what is Triple vs. Double vs. Compact???


May I also add that I visually detest the dial thingy on XT shifters?