Road Bikes under $700?
07-17-15, 05:26 PM
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I have to agree about current Claris, which appears to be an 8 speed upgrade over 2300, which is itself, as far as I can tell, rebadged old Sora. I say this because my wife has a 2013 Jamis with 2300 components. Her best friend has a 2009 or 2010 Jamis with Sora components. I compared the two side by side and they appear to be identical, but for the name.
I think what cale is referring to as road groups are the consumer grade hybrid/mountain groups. Altus, Acera, and Alivio.
I think what cale is referring to as road groups are the consumer grade hybrid/mountain groups. Altus, Acera, and Alivio.
07-17-15, 10:13 PM
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Yeah, but those aren't really 4 lower groups relative to Claris...they are just older. Claris is 2400; a remake of 2300 and 2200. In theory, they don't make 2300 anymore. That's like counting 105 three times. Same with the 'A' group. Tourney is below Claris currently - others are out of production.
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07-17-15, 10:33 PM
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Yeah, but those aren't really 4 lower groups relative to Claris...they are just older. Claris is 2400; a remake of 2300 and 2200. In theory, they don't make 2300 anymore. That's like counting 105 three times. Same with the 'A' group. Tourney is below Claris currently - others are out of production.
07-18-15, 12:20 AM
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For the record, I would consider a 5700 to 4700 swap. Assuming that it is equivalent hood ergonomics, shifting and front derailleur as 5800 and as dtrain stated it will probably be around $300 from UK and can unload 5700 on eBay for at least $200. Seems like a nice refresh for that bike. I had 5700 and 6700 and currently have 5800 and I also think its night and day. I could never go back to the old 10 speed shimano
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Actually, Claris is fairly mid-pack. There are at least (4) road groups below it. It is a small point but when told "bottom of the barrel", most folks assume that means it's pretty bad. I've seen nothing but continuous refinement of Shimano's mid-range groups and a ton of "trickle down". Claris should be appealing to those on a tight budget or expecting to ride recreationally in fair weather. Though only 8-spd, it has brifters, unlike Tourney, and comes as a complete group, also unlike Tourney which doesn't have its own brakes.
I appreciate that you do comment on the smooth shifting and know you meant to be complimentary. Up front apologies if I've come across as too pedantic.
I appreciate that you do comment on the smooth shifting and know you meant to be complimentary. Up front apologies if I've come across as too pedantic.
