Originally Posted by
Barrettscv
Thanks for the complete analysis. I used a RD-6600 GS on my 2x10 roadbike and on my 3x10 CX/sport bikes. The RD-6600 GS had no problem with a 50 & 34t compact and a 11-32 Sram Apex cassette.
It's becoming difficult to find the RD-6600 GS at a bargain price. It looks like I'm going to buy a RD-6700 GS for my new road bike.
I've done the same with ultegra gs and 32 tooth big cog with no issues. In rereading your initial post, it sounds like your aiming a bit more for function rather than fashion. If that is the case I recommend going with a low level MTB RD like an acera or deore, especially if you know your always keeping a triple and want to run big cogs in the back. Also, check out Microshifts rear MTB RD, it actually looks really nice in person and functions very well and it's only $40
http://www.nashbar.com/bikes/Product...1_10000_202432