Compatibility with various Shiamno components
Hey guys,
I'm purchasing a road bike that has the following components:
Shimano 105 front & rear derailleurs
Shimano 105 shift levers
Axis DC 1.0 front & rear breaks
10-Speed Tiagra cassette (11-28)
10 speed Tiagra chain
FSA Gossamer BB30 crankset
Wheels are DT Axis 2.0
What components should I upgrade? Would changing the tiagra cassette and chain for say an Ultegra cassette and chain make much impact to the performance? Would a dura ace chain be compatible with say an Ultergra cassette?
Thanks
I'm purchasing a road bike that has the following components:
Shimano 105 front & rear derailleurs
Shimano 105 shift levers
Axis DC 1.0 front & rear breaks
10-Speed Tiagra cassette (11-28)
10 speed Tiagra chain
FSA Gossamer BB30 crankset
Wheels are DT Axis 2.0
What components should I upgrade? Would changing the tiagra cassette and chain for say an Ultegra cassette and chain make much impact to the performance? Would a dura ace chain be compatible with say an Ultergra cassette?
Thanks
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Can't say for sure if a tiagra chain is any less durable than the better grades but all you're basically getting with spending more money on the ultegra/dura ace chains and cassettes is lighter weight, not performance or durability. 105 chain and even the tiagra cassette will perform as good as dura ace, just heavier. IMO you have been struck by upgraditis. Seek treatment by going out for several rides while enjoying your new bike and this condition may go away. Replace parts when worn.Gabbo wrote:What components should I upgrade? Would changing the tiagra cassette and chain for say an Ultegra cassette and chain make much impact to the performance? Would a dura ace chain be compatible with say an Ultergra cassette?
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Being OCD as I am, I'd have to upgrade everything non-105 so that I had a complete 105 set!
Wouldn't actually cost that much.
As for cables - Gore Ride on sealed system0 -
PS I have upgradeitis!
I LOVE boxes from Wiggle ;-)0 -
Of course, upgradeitis is a huge part of cycling.. including the ride itself of course
What about those wheels? Really ought to do with an upgrade in that department! Any suggestions?0 -
Gabbo wrote:Hey guys,
What components should I upgrade? Would changing the tiagra cassette and chain for say an Ultegra cassette and chain make much impact to the performance? Would a dura ace chain be compatible with say an Ultergra cassette?
Thanks
The tyres.
The rest of the bits, the cassette and chain wear out pretty quick just replace them as and when0
