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Originally Posted by Vlaam4ever
What is better about the 7900 over 7800? The only thing I recall is the shifter and brake cable run under the bar tape. And they added the ugly crank set.

I'm currently running 7800 and am curious what real advantadges are.


Yes the DA-7800 shifts very nice & smooth, but my understanding is that the DA-7900 has a shorter throw on the shift meaning closer ratio, just like a short throw shifter in a car and overall lighter weight.
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