Shimano

Shimano Dura Ace 7900~

Dura Ace Carbon crankset ~ New for 2010 with limited availability now!

With the new Dura Ace Carbon, Shimano has introduced their first carbon crankset ever. Weight is just 720 grams. First sizes to arrive: 172.5 followed by 170 and 175. Rings are 53 x 39. Requires Dura Ace cupset (below).

Shimano Dura Ace bottom bracket cup set ~

Fits all Shimano Dura Ace 7900 series cranksets - aluminum and carbon. 88 grams. Bottom bracket spindle is integrated with right side crankarm. Select English or Italian threads to fit your frameset.

Ultegra 6700 ~ New for 2010 and available now!

Ultegra, Shimano's second tier group gets a complete revamp for 2010. The new group takes inspiration from the technology of Dura Ace 7900. And, it shares the top line's two tone grey finish.

Most important new features:

	weighs 44 grams less than its predecessor, Ultegra SL
	uses the same Hollowglide (hollow chainring) technology as Dura Ace
	Front derailleur has reduced spring tension for faster and smoother shifting. The cage is lighter and more rigid.
	Rear derailleur handles wider angle of chain cross
	New STI levers have a composite blade, reach adjustment, and cable routing that runs under the bar tape
	New brake pads have 100% more power in wet conditions and 20% more in dry
	New chain has perforated plates to reduce weight plus "quick link" mounting

Dura Ace Di2 Electronic group available now!

Dura Ace 7900 road group ~

Most important features:

	1/4 pound lighter than Dura Ace 7800!
	carbon fiber brake levers
	reach adjustment of 1cm on brake levers
	Cable routing under handlebar tape
	Hollow large chainring for less weight and more stiffness
	Carbon fiber rear derailleur cage
	Rear derailleur handles new 11-28 cassette
	Very little trim needed on front derailleur
	Brake pads are 100% more efficient in wet conditions
	Brake calipers are stiffer yet modulation is increased