Originally Posted by
Batman_3000
Indexed shifting allows you to use the bike like a racing car, moving through the gears. Non-indexed, you need a different pedalling technique, not a constant cadence and always equal application of power.
Are you talking about carbon or steel here? I have the option of indexed or 'floaty' shifting with my Shimano SIS
Originally Posted by
Batman_3000
With steel you are going to be a load faster down hill. Overtake, or take a breather. If the terrain is suited to keeping up momentum, you'll go down in history as the guy who made the world realize carbon is a marketting fad.
So you're saying a course with a more down-sloping grade is an advantage for older bikes?