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Old 08-02-08 | 06:20 PM
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Originally Posted by San Rensho
Wow! Just think think of all the watts I'll save when downshifting! I tell you, pushing against that rear derailleur spring with my 105 is BRUTAL. I bet you I'll save, what? .0023 watts per downshift with the electric shifter compared to a mechanical shifter? That will definitely make the difference between winning and losing in a race!

I'm gonna be the first on my block with e-shifting!!
Your sarcasm only makes you look unintelligent.

No one said these shifters would change your power output. However, the shifting is said to be much cleaner and faster, which would be useful, if money was no concern.

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