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12/01/2012 14:05:08
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Nev
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without getting into the whole "which is best?" thing, does anyone have any experience of having gears/shifters from different manufacturers on different bikes?
Does it take much getting used when swapping from one to another?
I've got campag at the moment, but there seem to be some good deals on SRAM bikes around.
Is it realistic to have different set-ups or does that lead to tying yourself in knots when you need a quick gear change?
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12/01/2012 14:35:42
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Eugene
Posts 860
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Nev,
Just to clarify - is your question related to your getting used to riding SRAM on one bike or Shimano on another, or re feasibility of mixing components on one bike & compatibility across brands?
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12/01/2012 14:45:36
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Nev
Posts 109
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Eugene
I'm not aiming to mix stuff on the same bike.
I'm wondering (maybe too much time on my hands) whether having 2 bikes with different kit on causes confusion when swapping from one to another.
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12/01/2012 15:16:59
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AndyA
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Nev, I use Shimano on both of my bike. I did try SRAM and Campag when I bought my new bike back in the spring. I found it difficult initially using the other systems as I was so used to Shimano. In the end I decided to stick with all Shimano.
Note the above is just my experience, not a 'Shimano is better' statement. I'm sure if you're used the other systems then they're great for you, but I found swaping around tough as they're all so different. Biggest issues for me were
1. SRAM - doubletap! I was never quite sure whether I was going to go up or down. Most annoying was if you try to downshift when you're already in the biggest sprocket then by the time you realise you haven't got another gear, you've passed the click for the upshift, so not only do you not get another lower gear, you end up in a higher gear. Drove me nuts.
2. Campag - the inner lever behind the brake lever does exactly the opposite between campag and shimano. upshift on shimano. downshift on campag. confused me no end.
So in answer to your question. I decided it was more hassle than it was worth. I also felt it would be easier with spares and wheels if I had the same on both bikes as I could swap bits between them...
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12/01/2012 16:04:19
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rothers
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Wheels and drive train compatibility are your main issues.
Fortunatley for a campag user like yourself you will be able to by one of these :
http://www.probikekit.com/uk/components/bicycle-cassettes-sprockets/ambrosio-shimano-fit-with-campagnolo-spacing-cassette-10-speed.html
and continue to use your new wheels on your SRAMpagnolo set up
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12/01/2012 16:40:27
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charlesg
Posts 266
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Cross bike - shimano, road bike - Campag. Never noticed any difference. Maybe you just get used to it over time. The only issue I think is that if you do your own maintenance you need two sets of tools. In hindsight I think it would have been better to stick to one or the other.
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12/01/2012 21:40:48
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Nev
Posts 109
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it sounds as though the hardest thing to get to grips with would be using a new system in the first place - but once that's done with, swapping backwards and forwards between the 2 might not be too bad.
apart from the fact there's some tempting deals at the moment, I'm on campag now for no other reason than I had to make a choice on my first bike and I've never used anything else since
curiosity has me wondering if another system would suit me better - if running different bikes with different kit isn't a complete non-starter then there's no harm in taking one for a test
thanks for your thoughts!
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13/01/2012 15:34:55
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TomF
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Like Charles, but opposite (Shimano on road bikes, Campag on cross bike). Getting confused about shifting is the least of my worries..!
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14/01/2012 17:16:06
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Tonymufc
Posts 723
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So which is better. Campag or Shimano? (Sits back with popcorn to watch the action unfold.) 
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14/01/2012 17:41:40
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Si
Posts 1399
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Tonymufc wrote:
So which is better. Campag or Shimano?
SRAM....
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14/01/2012 19:11:32
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Michael Buchanan
Posts 124
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Sram...definately
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14/01/2012 20:27:48
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Jonathan
Posts 212
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Aaah come on guys! you can do better than that!? it's obvious really - anything campag record pre 1990's - preferably 1970/80's - ooh and a reynolds 531 frame with cinelli bars and stem and Mavic sprints on campag hubs - now ya talkin'! I fancy that almost as much as I fancy Drew Barrymore! and by the way I reeeelly do!...so if you could put a good word in for me...? x
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14/01/2012 20:40:14
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peterreid
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I work on all three systems servicing bikes. I'm a campagnolo fan and have five bikes with various different groups, and love the new 11 speed system, but its expensive, especially cassettes. Shimano is cheaper, excellent and reliable although the new shifters with cables under the bar tape are less reliable over time. SRAM I find problematic, force, red or rival. The rear shift is fine (but the drivetrain is a bit more noisy), as long as you put a long loop on the rear mech outer. Previous problems with the cable outers wearing out quickly have been rectified with a shift to gore cables I think it was. The consistent problem is the front shift which is way behind the other two. You have to set the frot mech up slightly differently to the other two but even when done correctly its slow.
I reckon you'd get your head around having two bikes with different systems quickly enough. It's only when you're knackered/on the ragged edge that you'll probably get it wrong! I'd either go campagnolo completely or SRAM/Shimano purely so you can swap wheels and cassettes easily.
Just my thoughts....
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14/01/2012 20:42:39
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Jonathan
Posts 212
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I WANT DREW BARRYMORE! x
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14/01/2012 22:57:29
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jay
Posts 115
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Jonathan wrote:
I WANT DREW BARRYMORE! x
I guess your very easily pleased
Say a little prayer for me in the morning, I'll be out riding my bike
Peace and love x
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18/01/2012 12:18:08
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Ben
Posts 732
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Nev wrote:
Eugene
I'm not aiming to mix stuff on the same bike.
I'm wondering (maybe too much time on my hands) whether having 2 bikes with different kit on causes confusion when swapping from one to another.
Only when you're realling pegging it. I've had a few moments during races (race and cross bikes are Shimano) when my thumb has reached out to change down (brain in Campag mode). And likewise, on a tough training ride (training bike is Campagnolo) I've found myself trying to push the brake lever inwards to get a lower gear. To be honest, it loses you a second, and actually just makes you laugh afterwards. Nothing to worry about really.
Not long ago I switched to 'low normal' gears on my MTB - now that caused confusion, and I eventually got rid of it !
The only benefit I've had in using the same make of groupset between bikes is when I've put my MTB cassette (Shimano) on my 'cross bike for the 3 Peaks. And putting my 'cross cassette on the road bike for very hilly sportives. But that wouldn't stop me buying a Campag groupset if I had the chance (Ultra-Torque chainsets are the nicest component ever !)
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