Originally Posted by
vladvm
Also used modern 10 speed groups are for sale everywhere, and they are usually still in excellent condition (result of upgradetitis) and so much easier to find than vintage 7 speed STI RSX's
This is so true. I think it's unfortunate that good 7 and 8 speed shifters can't be bought new. 8S bar-ends are still around, but as far as STIs are concerned it's 9 or 10S only.