This post compares the advantages and disadvantages of Shimano's 105 Di2 and Ultegra's mechanical series in relation to one another. The Advantages of 105 Di2 Affordable Electronic Shifting 105 Di2…
This post compares the advantages and disadvantages of BMX and folding bikes in relation to one another. The Advantages of BMX Simplicity BMX bicycles are the epitome of simplicity. They…
This post compares the advantages and disadvantages of the "mini velo" bicycles and the popular Brompton folding bikes. The Mini Velo's Advantages Feels Like a Regular Bicycle The main advantage…
Important Terms To understand the factors influencing the compatibility between a derailleur, a shifter, and a cassette, it's necessary to become familiar with the following terms. Indexed Shifters The movement…
Condensed Answer: A Dura-Ace chain is compatible with Ultegra drivetrains when each is designed for the same number of gears. In other words, it's recommended to use an 11-speed chain…
Condensed Answer: |Shimano 105's 11-speed road cassettes are compatible with the 11-speed Ultegra series (R8000 & 6800). Shimano 105's 10-speed road cassettes are compatible with the 10-speed Ultegra series (6700).…
Condensed Answer: Technically, it's possible to install an oval chainring on a dirt jumper, but this choice comes with downsides such as uneven chain tension, and makes little sense when…
Condensed Answer: SRAM X5's rear shifters are designed for 9 and 10-speeds. The cable pull and rear shift ratio of SRAM's rear 9 and 10-speed MTB products do not match…
Condensed Answer: Dura-Ace 9000 and 9100 are 11-speed road group sets by Shimano. As a result, the shifters have matching cable pulls, and the derailleurs have identical rear shift ratios.…
Condensed answer: Officially, the maximum large cog capacity of the Dura-Ace 9000 rear derailleur is 28 teeth. This means, that the derailleur isn't compatible with an 11-32 cassette and will…