Originally Posted by
Obeast
Ideally, I should get bar end shifters for 10sp cassette but I seriously hate indexing and they are not cheap. I am buying some sunrace bar mount shifters (supposed to be friction) to test this week. Thanks for the feedbacks though.
All pre-10-speed Shimano bar end and downtube shifters have a friction position for the rear derailleur so you could use any of them too.
However, I also don't understand your dislike of indexing. Wait until you try using friction shifting on a 10-speed cassette. Unless you have the dexterity of a surgeon you will learn to appreciate indexing.