Force vs. Rival
09-14-09, 05:37 PM
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Force vs. Rival
I have a chance to get a rival group on a new bike and could get Force shifters and rear derailleur provided I sell off the Rival shifters and rear derailleur (because I'd have to put up the capital for the Force stuff first). Is it worth it to do this or would it just be weight savings mostly?
I've ridden both in test rides and it feels like Force is smoother, but I'm just not sure enough. So it's mostly a question if the extra hassle is worth it.
I've ridden both in test rides and it feels like Force is smoother, but I'm just not sure enough. So it's mostly a question if the extra hassle is worth it.
09-14-09, 05:44 PM
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If it's 2010 Force then the answer is yes. If it's 2009 Force, then the gain is relatively small. Both of these compared to 2009 Rival.
