Ultegra SL
06-01-07, 09:52 AM
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Any details? I've seen pics of them on the 08 Cannondales.
06-01-07, 09:54 AM
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Well there is an Ultegra specific compact there...does that mean we can stop listening to the DA bunch whining about a DA branded compact?
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06-01-07, 09:57 AM
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Originally Posted by Grasschopper
Well there is an Ultegra specific compact there...does that mean we can stop listening to the DA bunch whining about a DA branded compact?
not until there IS a DA branded compact...LOL
06-01-07, 09:58 AM
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Hmmm... DA must be up for a MAJOR weight loss... regular Ultegra isn't that far off from DA right now, and an "SL" version would close the gap even further...
06-01-07, 10:00 AM
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Originally Posted by VT to CA
Hmmm... DA must be up for a MAJOR weight loss...
if you consider e-DA .... then something has to give...
cables vs. electrons..
06-01-07, 10:00 AM
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Originally Posted by Cypress
If they are truly that colour (dark), I'm in.
06-01-07, 10:03 AM
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Originally Posted by shabbasuraj
if you consider e-DA .... then something has to give...
cables vs. electrons..
cables vs. electrons..
I remember when brifters dropped with 7400 DA- they were still selling a ton of the downshifter groups...
Maybe there will be eDA and a new superlight "manual" DA... thoughts?
06-01-07, 10:12 AM
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Originally Posted by voltman
They'd look great on your Look.
*snap*
Respect.
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Huh. Maybe SL just stands for "Silver" and there is no weight loss. Be nice if they could bring the cranks down a bit as well as the 1lb shifters.
06-01-07, 10:57 AM
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If they are getting rid of mechanical DA, then they might have the Ultegra SL be their high-end non electronic group... could be, perhaps?
06-01-07, 11:01 AM
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they arent going to get rid of mechanical DA when few people want Electrical..
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06-01-07, 01:07 PM
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meh. It's just my Ultegra, but darker. I'll be upgrading to DA if/when I do.
06-01-07, 02:19 PM
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Originally Posted by 3MTA3
maybe this was that "ultegra ice" mike from BD told us about...
Shimano introduces an additional edition of the popular Ultegra racing components. “Ultegra SL” it is named and besides offering an attractive new colour (“Ice Grey”), the group is 97 grams lighter than the standard Ultegra components.
Shimano took this opportunity to simultaneously introduce an Ultegra branded 10-speed compact crankset (50-34T). It will be available in two colour options: standard silver and “Ice Grey”.
The “Ice Grey” double crankset (52-39T and 53-39T) is 35 grams lighter than the current version. Also a triple crankset will be available with a chainring combination of 52-39-30 teeth.
All Ultegra cranksets have been developed with Shimano’s proven HOLLOWTECH II technology that increases rigidity while saving weight. They also feature Shimano HYPERDRIVE technology with shift ramps and special designed chainrings for an unmatched front shifting performance. Crankarm length choices will be 165, 170, 172.5 and 175mm.
The “Ice Grey” Dual Control Levers (-43g), rear derailleur (-9g) and brake calipers (-10g) are also more lightweight than the standard Ultegra components while performance and durability stay the same.
There will also be a matching colour version of the new Ultegra SPD-SL pedals PD-6620 with a wide pedal platform for increased stability and a stainless steel pedal body cover for extra durability. Last but not least, also the Ultegra clincher wheel set WH-6600 will be available in “Ice Grey”, completing this attractive group set.
Shimano took this opportunity to simultaneously introduce an Ultegra branded 10-speed compact crankset (50-34T). It will be available in two colour options: standard silver and “Ice Grey”.
The “Ice Grey” double crankset (52-39T and 53-39T) is 35 grams lighter than the current version. Also a triple crankset will be available with a chainring combination of 52-39-30 teeth.
All Ultegra cranksets have been developed with Shimano’s proven HOLLOWTECH II technology that increases rigidity while saving weight. They also feature Shimano HYPERDRIVE technology with shift ramps and special designed chainrings for an unmatched front shifting performance. Crankarm length choices will be 165, 170, 172.5 and 175mm.
The “Ice Grey” Dual Control Levers (-43g), rear derailleur (-9g) and brake calipers (-10g) are also more lightweight than the standard Ultegra components while performance and durability stay the same.
There will also be a matching colour version of the new Ultegra SPD-SL pedals PD-6620 with a wide pedal platform for increased stability and a stainless steel pedal body cover for extra durability. Last but not least, also the Ultegra clincher wheel set WH-6600 will be available in “Ice Grey”, completing this attractive group set.
06-01-07, 02:22 PM
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If you want something different from Shimano what about these babies:
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06-01-07, 02:32 PM
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^^^finally. but it would be nice if they offered color options sans team graphics as well. i think LOOK proved there was a market for that a long time ago.
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06-01-07, 02:42 PM
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Good ole new products, 3 oz. of weight difference and a new color to sell more crap to people who think it will make a difference over the old ultegra.
On the other hand..
Maybe good ole shiney ultegra will come down even more in price and I can get a used group real cheap for a new build....
On the other hand..
Maybe good ole shiney ultegra will come down even more in price and I can get a used group real cheap for a new build....
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Originally Posted by WheresWaldo
If you want something different from Shimano what about these babies: