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  1. GrantRH
    I hear you! I was initially thinking that I would give it a year for any teething issues to be sorted out. I then read up on other reviews and realised - shimano have taken +-5 years since the Di2 dura ace to release the XTR version. When it was finally released, they released it on the world stage at a World Cup event. Since then the pros have adopted it (yes, I get it that they are paid to use it). There is far too much invested for Shimano to get this wrong. So I took comfort from all of that and took the leap of faith sooner than I expected. But it is still early days. I will post update reviews over the course of the year and after testing events. I would appreciate any other comments, good or bad, from others with the Di2.
  2. GrantRH
    Since posting my recent acquisition of the new Di2 XTR on another thread, there have been a number of calls for an honest "commoners" review. Hopefully I can do it justice. Here goes... Click here to view the article
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    I think electrics in MTB will have a much bigger impact than road. Reason - ease of maintenance in a harsher environment. Just think how much simpler life will be on a stage race when you don't have to worry about trimming your gears to get clean changes. No barrel adjustments. Also consider that the expected battery life for road electric is about 1000kms. For MTB electric it is 300kms. That is because of far greater gear change for MTB compared to road. I'll post a new thread soon.
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    And it's not even Friday!!! I was battling to find a comparison as to how big an impact it will have on the industry. It is all I could come up with.
  5. GrantRH
    I'm only referring to the impact on the market when I make that comparison. But I truly believe it is a far superior product in so many ways.
  6. GrantRH
    I agree that a detailed ride review is necessary. I am actually contemplating a new thread where others can share their views/experiences as more move over to Di2. Let me just say this for now... nothing even comes close. Is it worth the +30k? If you have the cash, without a doubt. If you don't have the cash, wait for the XT trickle down. The shift from mechanical to electric is going to be like the shift from 26ers to 29ers.
  7. GrantRH
    As big as a boast for a new groupset can get... Di2 XTR incl 2x11, single shifter, XTR trail cranks, pro tharsis xc seatpost. First ride down and I can safely say that this is a whole new level!
  8. GrantRH
    The Spez equivalent is "HTFU"
  9. GrantRH
    n-1 !!!!
  10. GrantRH
    Wait for it Wait for it 2015 Camber sworks WITH XTR DI2!!!! Not mine unfortunately...
  11. GrantRH
    I'll be there for stage 5. Super special that I will be able to support our local lads in action.
  12. GrantRH
    I wouldn't get the entire swat system. The multi-tool that goes into the frame, the double bottle cage, and the chin link for the headset are top class and very neat. the remaining tools go in the back of my shirt.
  13. GrantRH
    Very nice. Is that the Elite?
  14. GrantRH
    Tempting, but after taking the Di2 XTR groupset for a spin the other day, I have my heart set on that.
  15. GrantRH
    Apart from 1 or 2 minor sections, I am pretty much out of the way of any lobotomised drivers.
  16. GrantRH
    First commute back from work today. It's only 9kms, but 9kms of freedom. First commute in tomorrow. Left my car at work with a pair of clothes. Why have I waited so long to do this?
  17. GrantRH
    Nice, did it come with the dropper?
  18. GrantRH
    Anybody try thunder Burts? If so, what are they good for?
  19. GrantRH
    Too long dammit. Trying to see whether the US has them yet. I see CRC already has them on their website, but out of stock.
  20. GrantRH
    So when can we get the Di2?
  21. GrantRH
    Loved that Yeti... The lady at the stand was taking details of those people trying to enter. Apparently something wrong with Vodacom. @ R3 per sms, they might actually make some money off of it! Picked up some S7 bibshorts. That new 94.7 route is in trouble now!
  22. GrantRH
    Top of Spionkop last weekend - berg & bush
  23. GrantRH
    Franschoek a couple of weeks ago
  24. GrantRH
    Nice
  25. GrantRH
    So the DI2 groupset arrives at the end of the year. Anyone going to upgrade?
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