Thread: Durability-wise, how is SRAM vs Shimano?
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Old 09-07-10, 11:24 AM
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I never use new parts for a build. I typically find a donor bike with nice components, and build from there. My last donor was Ultegra, so that's what I used. The next build will be Dura Ace, as I got a deal on take off DA groups (two of them).
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