Dura Ace on a Cross Bike? [Archive]

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Allez!

10-09-2006, 10:52 AM

Overkill?

New to cross -
I'm looking at a bike - it's a frame i'd like, but is tricked out in DA, which is bringing the asking price up. Should I run DA?
If not, I figure I can counter with an offer equal to frameset + Ultegra.
What do you guys think?

Marburg

10-09-2006, 11:28 AM

Nothing wrong with DA for cross. You'll just be breaking a more expensive part when it blows up.

Jason E

10-09-2006, 11:40 AM

D/A is cool, though not needed, on a 'cross bike. Do what you like!

stevep

10-09-2006, 02:59 PM

first cross bike?
ultegra max. save the money for extra wheels and tires.

atmo

10-09-2006, 03:02 PM

first cross bike?
ultegra max. save the money for extra wheels and tires.
stevep knows 'cross atmo.

obtuse

10-09-2006, 03:41 PM

haitian national team issue:

Lightweight aluminum 22.5" road bike frame
Alloy calipers and alloy brake levers
Hi-profile alloy Vitesse racing rims
Shimano 21-speed derailleur
700 C hi-performance tires
Alloy water bottle cage
Shimano Revo shifters
Alloy crank

i'd go for revo shifters instead of dura-ace myself.

obtuse

Jason E

10-09-2006, 03:50 PM

I hope the new HSG line comes with a kickstand like that GMC.