bigmonter
03-30-2009, 02:20 PM
Planning on building a bike on a new frame I should be getting in the next few weeks (planning on posting pics in a few weeks). It is made from the MAX tubes if that matters.
Am thinking about what 8 piece group to build with. Have been debating with myself over what to get. As a starting point, I don't have any illusions that one group over the other will make me faster, what I want to know is, does the added cost for the top of the line group add to ones enjoyment while riding.
Currently riding a mix of 08 Centaur/Veloce which I enjoy.
I do not like bright shiny metal. That's why the below components are mostly dark color.
Things I think about when debating which Group to chose:
Are the top of the line components a waste on anyone who is not consistently placing in their local races?
Can a slow but likes to try really hard rider benefit from ceramic bearings or is it all hype?
Here is what I am considering in order of cost:
1. Pure 09 SRAM Rival
2. Mix - 09 SRAM Rival with Dura Ace 7900 Crankset/BB or Fulcrum Crank
3. Mix - Full Dura Ace 7900 except with SRAM/Campy Shifter
4. Campy Mix - 09 Campy Super Record Crankset/BB, Front and Rear Der.; Record Chain; Chorus Cassette, Shifters, Veloce Brakes
5. Pure 09 Dura Ace
Obviously #1 is the cost saving measure but comments on the SRAM BB have me concerned. # 2 takes away that concern.
#3 is about getting full 09 Dura Ace but avoiding what some have said is not top notch shifting/hood comfort, but is the substitute any better? #5 goes with full DA and ignores the comments.
#4 takes advantage of the new 11 and CULT ceramic of the Super Record but saves money by mixing in Chorus and Veloce.
Comments or alternative suggestions are welcome.
Steven
Am thinking about what 8 piece group to build with. Have been debating with myself over what to get. As a starting point, I don't have any illusions that one group over the other will make me faster, what I want to know is, does the added cost for the top of the line group add to ones enjoyment while riding.
Currently riding a mix of 08 Centaur/Veloce which I enjoy.
I do not like bright shiny metal. That's why the below components are mostly dark color.
Things I think about when debating which Group to chose:
Are the top of the line components a waste on anyone who is not consistently placing in their local races?
Can a slow but likes to try really hard rider benefit from ceramic bearings or is it all hype?
Here is what I am considering in order of cost:
1. Pure 09 SRAM Rival
2. Mix - 09 SRAM Rival with Dura Ace 7900 Crankset/BB or Fulcrum Crank
3. Mix - Full Dura Ace 7900 except with SRAM/Campy Shifter
4. Campy Mix - 09 Campy Super Record Crankset/BB, Front and Rear Der.; Record Chain; Chorus Cassette, Shifters, Veloce Brakes
5. Pure 09 Dura Ace
Obviously #1 is the cost saving measure but comments on the SRAM BB have me concerned. # 2 takes away that concern.
#3 is about getting full 09 Dura Ace but avoiding what some have said is not top notch shifting/hood comfort, but is the substitute any better? #5 goes with full DA and ignores the comments.
#4 takes advantage of the new 11 and CULT ceramic of the Super Record but saves money by mixing in Chorus and Veloce.
Comments or alternative suggestions are welcome.
Steven