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robyr beautiful Trionfo! Can't believe someone puts a top-shelf offering from Novara in the bin, but here we are. I applaud your R2000 build--looks sharp! This current era of Shimano STI hood shape--up and down the line--is excellent, and I am a fan. Claris is proven 8-speed, with a beautiful color and finish. Shifters look and feel great, and that crankset does as well! And you're right--it doesn't cost much for a full groupset at all. Many will recommend replacing the brake pads with the cartridge type (higher end levels) that are stiffer and offer better rubber compounds--all for a noticeable improvement in braking power and quality. It may be cool to find a 600 8-speed groupset in excellent condition, but the improved capability and ergonomics of R2000 and R3000, for essentially the same money, has me considering the newer. Only weight is the penalty, but if that doesn't matter, then a vintage frame with these pieces is a total winner.