Originally Posted by
LesterOfPuppets
I don't see any barend shifter cables. Downtube shifting a CX race would definitely humble the hardiest soul.
I opted for an indexed rear 600 derailleur so I was running 1x6. IIRC, I liked the indexing and didn't have a bar end shifter for it. I doubt Shimano even had one at the time., I know that I had bar ends on my ALAN and my Cinelli but didn't on this bike. This bike handled amazingly well for a last minute, thrown together, re-purposed touring bike.