Originally Posted by
embankmentlb
Campagnolo has the same problem General Motors has. Like GM they make some outstanding high end products but their entry level products are crap or maybe just perceived to be crap. They need to address this.
Shimano has a reputation like Toyota. A Corolla is as reliable as a Tundra.
The person that buys his first bike with Sora will most likely buy his second bike with Ultegra & I can't blame them. Why take the chance to go Campy?
I don't believe your analogy works on any level, nor do I think you have anything even aoproaching a valid point. Campy's issue isn't rep, it's availability and marketing. Their reputation among those who know what it is remains excellent. The issue is they don't have the marketing budgets and sponsorships. They aren't hyped - that's the problem.