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Which Is Greatest? The Shimano Dura Ace Showdown


Dura Ace Di2 is the head of Shimano’s groupset choices. As utilized by skilled riders in Professional-Tour Groups, it options light-weight supplies, unbelievable ergonomics and arguably the very best shifting expertise obtainable. We check out 3 bikes at the moment within the Merlin Showroom, however which is greatest? The Shimano Dura Ace Showdown is on…


Orro Gold STC Dura Ace Zipp Restricted Version

From British model Orro, the Gold STC options aero influences in a variety of locations such because the kamm-tail seatpost and deep part Zipp 303 Firecrest carbon wheels. Of the three bikes, the Orro is probably designed a bit extra with straight line velocity in thoughts and can be completely at house on a crit-circuit. With a completely built-in handlebar system, the cockpit is clear and tidy because of the BLKTEC bars and the Selle Italia SLR Enhance saddle is a snug choice. A spotlight of the bike is the addition of the Ceramic Pace bearings in each the underside bracket and headset, making certain watt-saving and smoothness and a paint job that pops within the sunshine.


Lapierre Xelius SL 10.0 Symbiosis Version Dura Ace Di2

The Lapierre is definitely an consideration grabber. The French model have completed a collaboration with Apparent, they usually say its ‘design defies conference and encapsulates the essence of duality’. It’s definitely a really completely different design and one that can flip heads on the cafe cease! The distinctive Lapierre body design can also be a speaking level, designed to supply additional consolation and compliance for giant days within the saddle. Just like the Orro, the Dura Ace shifters are fitted to a carbon one-piece bar and stem which additionally function built-in climbing shift buttons, maybe hinting on the meant splendid roads for this bike.


Felt FR FRD Final Dura Ace Di2

Getting into the ring from the USA, the Felt is a climbers dream. Just like the Lapierre, the Felt includes a full providing of groupset and wheels from Dura Ace, however as an alternative of getting a one piece bar and stem, the model have determined to make use of a extra conventional arrange by the best way of a Professional Vibe Superlight carbon handlebar and Vibe stem. The result’s a motorbike that feels a lot lighter than the others and can be good for the rider who likes to go upwards. That is additionally one other bike that options Ceramic Pace upgrades.


In order that’s 3 bikes all with the identical groupset and all obtainable from Merlin Cycles for round or beneath £6k. However which one would you select and why? Tell us within the feedback under.

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  • Andy McAteer



    A eager bike owner, I’ve ridden every part from highway, monitor, mountain and gravel. Presently using on the gravel bike probably the most across the native trails of Rivington.
    Can normally be discovered having a beer post-ride on the native brewery.



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