Originally Posted by
bikerjp
What about sram apex? My lbs tells me that is the way to go if I want a 32 in back. I have no idea how it works with shimano shifters though.
I'm using a Sram Apex 11-32 with Shimano Ultegra RD & shifters. The RD is the "GS" model, this has a longer arm than the "SS" the OP has.
Installing a XX-30 with a "SS" type Ultegra RD should not be a problem on 99% of the road bikes out there.