datlas 

Due to delays with his welder, my custom titanium bike is not yet complete. When I ordered it several months ago, I had asked for Ultegra SL...but now the new Ultegra 6700 is out. I suspect I could get the newer group (although I would probably have to pay about $200-$300usa more for it)...but am inclined to actually stick with "old" SL.

I am interested in hearing input/feedback from the BF collective, especially if anyone has actually seen/used the new 6700 group, on the pros/cons of Ultegra SL versus 6700.

BTW I really don't care that the shifter cables are not under the bar with Ultegra SL, so if that is the only "advantage" of 6700 why bother??

Doug

PS If your only comment is "campy ftw" or "SRAM ftw" no need to post...I know these brands each have their strengths, and for better or worse the choice here is between Ultegra SL and 6700.

EKCooper

Hmmm. Don't know, but I think that ice grey looks cool.

sstorkel

I think the new Ultegra 6700 shifters look like they'd be more comfortable than SL, but I hate the look of the 6700 crank. I'm not sure if I hate the crank more than SL's silly shift cables or not. Obviously SRAM is the way to go, but if you're stuck on Shimano I don't know that it's worth $200-300 to upgrade to 6700 from Ultegra SL.

BikesAreCool123

I have ultegra sl. I have used dura ace 7800 in the past and I cannot tell a difference between the two.

A lot of people seem to think that dura ace 7900 is not much of an improvement on 7800. If true, you can infer what that would mean for the new ultegra.

Adjustable reach sounds good as I have small hands.

Weight saving is always good.

But I love that iced grey look.

dauphin

If the mechanics are the same and you can benefit from adjustable reach/more hand comfort...then the extra expense is negligible. If you can afford a custom bike, get what fits and works the best for you.

datlas 

Good point....although I can barely afford the custom bike, my current bike is 24 years old (with original Dura-Ace 7400 6 speed group!) so I am overdue for a 21st century ride....I have a wacko body with long legs and short torso so can't fit a "stock" frame.

Also the builder is charging "only" 2K for a custom straight-gauge titanium frame with carbon fork.

Still inclined to get the SL but appreciate the comments!

rcummings1

Get the Sl but ask for a discount since it's going on clearance.

datlas 

Good idea, I am also going to ask for a discount on the frame since I have been waiting for it since MARCH !(was supposed to be ready in April). But that is the deal with hand-crafted frames from boutique framemakers, I suppose.

Doug

wirehead

The 6700's under-bar-tape cable-mounting gives me a bike-stiffie.

SSRI

why buy old tech.

I think the new shape of the new sti lever is a real improvement.

echappist

if you want wide gearing options, go with the 6700, which can support 11-28t

surfengine

just saw the 6700 group yesterday. i thought it looked badass. made me sad about the 6600 i have