SRAM or Shimano
 

which are better components, SRAM Red or Shimano Dura Ace 7800/7900? Looking at some upgrades for my 2010 Cannondale Six carbon 6 and didn't know which is should go since i can not combine.

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Don't respond. Just don't do it.

I ride a Campy triple and have considered upgrading to SRAM Red or if I could afford it, Shimano electric. My other option is Campy 11 which would cost me less since I do not need to re-dish two sets of wheels if I stay with Campy. If I didn't already own Campy, I woud go with SRAM.

Try both. Pick whichever YOU like.

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ps what's wrong with your current setup?

its all Tiagra, was goign to upgrade components further down the line and then take upgraded and switch a lighter frame way further down the line as well

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The answer is whatever you have right now. Ride it until it breaks then ask the question again.

Thank God, finally we're going to discuss this topic in the forum.

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why can't you combine? most of the parts are interchangeable.

SRAM...Period. Pcad has shi*mano. NUFF SAID!

Hey PilotGuy. First, welcome to the forum. In the top right corner is a search box. Type in Sram vs. Shimano and pop open a cold one, sit back and read to your heart's content.

Riding a C'dale, I assume your lbs is Performance Cyclery on Railroad/Bouquet? Do you ride with the Velo group?

Yes.

honestly just choose the one you think looks better

sram vs shimano round 800...Fight!

lol, thanks for the bit of info, yay for being a noobie to forums. Thanks for the information PhotoJoe, a lot easier then just waiting for respones.

From my research the groups are pretty similar except everyone agrees the Shimano FD shifts much better. The SRAM Red FD is reportedly very "flexy" and many opt for using a force FD instead. Also the SRAM Red chain is not very good so many opt to use another brand and the casette is "loud" so many replace it with something else as well.

Armed with this information, IMO the only reason I would go with SRAM Red is because I like the shifting style/ergos/tactile feel of it THAT much better than Dura ace. I still have to go on an extensive test ride of SRAM Red and see if I like it.

I apologize for the initial reactions (mine included)....this question seems to pop up once or twice a week here. Really, it's all about feel. They're both made well, they both are represented well in the pro peloton, and they both feel great to their respective owners. I switched from Shimano to SRAM because I liked the Double Tap action and the smaller hoods.

Ridiculous. Just use a Force/Rival or a Shimano FD. Also if you so wish, use a different chain and cassette. OP, these ^ are ridiculous reasons to not choose a group.

not to mention most of his reasons to not chose it, are just consumables. after 3 or 4 months it'll be time for a new chain anyway and at that point you can pick any chain you want. the FD is the cheapest part of the group.

I bought the bike from Bicycle Johns in Acton, but i go to Performance for other gear (helmets, shoes, pumps, etc), but no i am just getting into the road biking, so i have no one to ride with currently, which is good for now due to getting used to different style bike.


Sram/Shimano differences, i have been reading the differences between the 2, and it looks like it has come to more of the feel. Sram looks nice cause of the brake separated, but is the doubletap really that hard to push( as in levarage) ? And then in order to shift up, is the second click that far of a reach? These seem to be the questions i cant get a definite answer. Can anyone help with that?

I don't think so, but you may want to just ride some bikes with it and see.