Originally Posted by
staehpj1
Disk brakes, not a fan for a variety of reasons.
Aluminum frames, I love the Cannondale touring frames, but don't currently own one.
Vbrakes. I like them fine, but run cantis because they came on the bike and work fine. If starting from scratch I might use vbrakes.
Brifters, I love STI, best thing since clipless pedals. I wouldn't buy a bike without them.
700c wheels, thats what I run.
10 speed drivetrain, not really needed when using a triple, a bit more prone to wear, and not generally available on a touring bike without going custom so why bother?
Campagnolo, great stuff but why use something that will be hard to find parts for on tour.
Disk brakes - I don't like their complexity
Aluminum frames - I find them a bit harsh
Vbrakes are just fine, but I run long reach calipers
Still using barends, STI is ok if you want to change gear for a sprint, don't see the need for it touring
700c, oh yes, with 700cx32 tires and caliper brakes.
I just went form 8 sp to 9sp, what's this 10 sp stuff?
The odd Campy part works well, like their FD, its fun to mix and match parts, on my bike I have parts by
Campy, Shimano, TA, Nitto, Brooks, SRAM, Sugino, Tektro, Velocity, Phil Wood, White Industries.