Originally Posted by
DropBarFan
I have Nitto Noodle/bar-end/SCR-5 levers. Levers work fine & incl quick release button. Personal I guess but I prefer round bend vs ergo style. Noodle unfortunately not available in 25.4mm but there must be similar available. I like the bar-ends OK but would switch to brifters if available for 3X9 MTB gears.
Thanks, I am thinking STI may be the best option for my plans. It may be awhile till I find the DX brakes for a price I am good with, so I have time to change my mind a few times. If I find bar ends for cheap, it would be with the SCR-5 I think.
My options for 3x7 STI is Microshift, MicroNew (clone I think) and Shimano Tourney. I'd go with the Microshift in hopes for the best quality.