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She also likes the idea of STI although I'm familiar with the modern shifters (high priced) - Campy/Sram/Shimano although what would be a good STI that's at a good price/quality ?
I have used Tiagra's with a triple touring bike and they worked very well. I have also read, that the Tiagra works better with the mountain style gearing (triple) associated with touring bikes than the higher end shimano STI. I can't confirm or deny.