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Old 02-15-14 | 02:19 PM
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Originally Posted by Tpcorr
Hey tsl, thanks for the response, it made me smile.
That was the intent.

The one bike to pay particular attention to is the Bianchi, because it's using drivetrain components from Campagnolo instead of Shimano. Some would argue there's a difference in quality, and others would argue there isn't. The primary difference, once your ass is in the saddle is the ergonomics and operation of the levers. They feel different, and they operate differently. Some people prefer one over the other, and some people don't care.

At first glance, it runs counter to my usual advice--to ignore the components and focus on the frame, because you can always change components, but you'll always be stuck with the frame.

However, in this case, we're talking about different manufacturers with different design philosophies, so here, the components deserve some attention.

But only to the extent that they improve your enjoyment of the ride.
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