Thread: Need to choose between Dura-Ace 7800 and Ultegra 6800
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Old 06-12-14, 11:07 AM
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Originally Posted by achoo
Cassettes, chains, and cables are wear items. DuraAce shifters do not demand a DuraAce cassette or chain. A $20 ten-speed Tiagra cassette works just as well as a DuraAce cassette.

$400 for DuraAce 7800 is a steal. And you don't have to replace your front derailleur, nor would you be likely to notice any difference if you did anyway.
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