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02-08-19, 09:49 AM

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Barrettscv

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Location: Lake Geneva, WI

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Bikes: Ridley Helium SLX, Canyon Endurance SL, De Rosa Professional, Eddy Merckx Corsa Extra, Schwinn Paramount (1 painted, 1 chrome), Peugeot PX10, Serotta Nova X, Simoncini Cyclocross Special, Raleigh Roker, Pedal Force CG2 and CX2

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Originally Posted by Wildwood

Sub-titled, "Could this be the end for cable groups?"

Us vintage guys (I do ride several bikes with Campy10sp), can only guffaw....

But i'm all for product improvements for leading edge buyers and racers.

I'm completing 4 bike projects this year, including a rebuild of a Eddy Merckx and a Serotta. I'm also resorting a Paramount. The Merckx and Paramount will be period correct, the 1988 Merckx will get an 8 speed Shimano drivetrain.

I've just finished a 2018 Ridley Helium SLX with Sram eTap Red. It was my first build with Sram and my first electronic drivetrain. I was really impressed with the ease of installation and ease of use. Sram is way ahead of Shimano on this system, mostly because the batteries are simply removed from the derailleurs for recharging, with Shimano you need to bring the charger to the bike. Also the wireless technology makes installation very easy and provides a clean look.

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