Shimano and SRAM are the leading groupset manufacturers. Whether you’re a beginner or a pro, choosing the right groupset can make all the difference in your cycling experience.
I recommend starting with the pros and cons of mechanical vs. electronic groupsets. Then, you can read one of the following comparisons or find out whether Chinese groupsets are worth it.
• Shimano Claris, Sora, and Tiagra comparison
• Shimano 105, Ultegra, and Dura-Ace comparison
• SRAM Rival, Force, and RED comparison
• Shimano vs. SRAM
• Shimano 105 Di2 vs. SRAM Rival AXS
• Shimano Ultegra Di2 vs. SRAM Force AXS
• Shimano Dura-Ace Di2 vs. SRAM RED AXS
… to make an educated decision on your next bike purchase. I also reviewed Shimano Ultegra R8050 and R8100.
I’ve been riding Shimano Ultegra Di2 R8100 for over 5,000 km. I upgraded to it from the previous generation, Ultegra R8050. KEY TAKEAWAY Thanks to the hidden programmable buttons, I […]
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Magene revealed a new semi-wireless 2×12spd road groupset at Shanghai’s 2024 China International Bicycle Fair. I have limited information from one of my sources. However, I’ve been told that the
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I’ve been riding Shimano Ultegra Di2 R8050 for over 20,000 km. It was my first electronic groupset, and I transitioned from Shimano 105 2×11spd. So, what’s my experience, and would
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Electronic groupsets have revolutionized cycling by offering precise, efficient, and almost maintenance-free shifting. However, one of their most commonly cited drawbacks is the price. This is around $4500 for a
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This article compares electronic and mechanical shifting and highlights their pros and cons based on personal experience and feedback from other riders. Once you finish reading, you will know if
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This article compares two high-end electronic road bike groupsets: Shimano Dura-Ace Di2 and SRAM RED AXS. I recently tried SRAM’s RED AXS (2019) and compared my experience with Shimano Di2.
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This article compares two mid-range electronic road bike groupsets: Shimano Ultegra Di2 and SRAM Force AXS. As a dedicated Shimano Di2 user, I recently had the opportunity to try out
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In this article, I compare the two most affordable electronic road bike groupsets of Western brands: Shimano 105 Di2 and SRAM Rival AXS. As a Shimano Di2 user, I’ve also
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Shimano and SRAM are the leading companies in bicycle components. The debate over which one is better seems to be never-ending. I won’t give you a definitive answer either because
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SRAM is the second most popular road bike groupset manufacturer. Many believe it’s better than Shimano. Is that really so? Below, I will compare weights, performance, prices, and other differences
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