Originally Posted by
DieselDan
There is one difference that will keep you from using Campy brakes with Shimano levers: open the caliper to remove the wheel. Campy's release is on the lever, not the brake.
Very good point. The opposite is true if you use Campy levers with Shimano brakes like I do. You have two quick releases, one on the brake and one on the lever, and the calipers can be made to clear any tire.