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Old 22-12-2011, 06:10 PM   #350
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Originally Posted by HLC
more of a chance than anyone one a internal-geared hub cruised lol! Especially if youve got some slicks on there.

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Thanks Henri. I do have semi slick skinny tires on my bike. I tend to use a big gear regardless of what work I do. I didn't end up riding that day. The weather was pouring with rain and I didn't want to risk an accident considering im off on holidays next week. I postponed the rematch for early in Jan when I get back from holidays.

I have a question for equipment guru's out there.

What do you rate more, Shimano groupset or SRAM groupsets? What the benefits between either if there are any?

Also, is it worth going for a full carbon bike with say a 105 groupset as opposed to a alloy/carbon fork option with say Ultegra/Dura ace groupset?

How important is the frame choice and would be better off spending more on better frame with the intention of upgrading my groupset at a later stage?
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