Prepared to dominate across unpredictable terrain conditions, this superb model features wide link pivots. This allows you to benefit from greater torsional rigidity, improved shifting response and a greater service life. Coming complete with a dual pull design, this sleek version can be used with top or bottom cable routing. This means you can enjoy simple and straight forward installation while its angled adjustment screws ensure easy access on suspension frames.
Fitting new gears or completely overhauling your gear cabling couldn't be easier as the Shimano Optislick gear cables have everything you need in one pack. Optislick is electrically coated to the stainless steel inner wire leaves a smooth surface for low friction and reduced sliding resistance. The outer casing in the Shimano Optislick gear cable set is lubricated internally along its length with low-friction silicone grease to reduce cable friction. The SP41 outer cable uses a special directional wound construction process that makes for an axially stiff cable that transmits shifting movements accurately and quickly. It's also lined with a polymer sheath to assist with the smooth operation of the gear inner cable.
A stiff reinforced hose that performs under pressure, keeping your brakes sharp.
With Di2 technology shifting is easy and precise - just a light touch, as soft as a mouse click, is sufficient for the front or rear derailleur to instantaneously select the correct gear. The removal of traditional mechanical cables in favour of electrical wires eliminates poor shifting caused by contaminates, corrosion and stretching, and also provides effortless gear shifts. Simply pressing tactile buttons allows effortless and comfortable shifting even when your hands are cold. Climbing twin button satellite shift switch is used to operate the rear derailleur whilst your hands are on the top of the bars, one button up, one button down.
The compound of the Shimano Ultegra R55C4 brake pads ensures great braking performance in both dry and wet conditions. It also offers excellent wear resistance.
Shimano brake pads provide the ideal hardness for high stopping power combined with great levels of control. The R55C4 compound ensures great braking performance in both wet and dry conditions, and offers excellent wear resistance.
The Shimano Alivio cassette is a high-performance model that performs superbly with Shimano and SRAM 9 speed Mountain bike (MTB) drivetrains.
The Shimano Ultegra R780 is a flat bar brake lever that's compatible with a wide variety of brakes and features a slim, ergonomic shape. Ideal for commuting on busy roads, these are kitted out with an adjustable lever reach that's developed for Shimano's Super SLR road bike brake calipers, but they also work equally well with V-Brakes, mechanical disc brakes and cantilever brakes. Another highlight is they're equipped with a rock-solid aluminium construction that's anodised and polished for additional protection against wear and corrosion. Weighing in at only 170g, these are a lightweight choice of upgrade that gives your road bike's braking setup a sleek finish. Manufacturer's Part Number: BL-R780
Made for big and bold attacks on the mountain, the XT M8010 comes with Boost axle sizing, allowing you to take on the most demanding routes with enhanced stiffness and control. Cup and cone bearings with labyrinth and contact seals ensure a quality, consistent rotation, while the 32 spoke holes help to strengthen your wheel further by holding your spokes firmly in place, however hard you ride. Compatible with Centerlock disc brake systems, this superb Shimano hub is a fantastic choice for the modern MTB maverick.
Like those at the top-of-the-range, RS400 Tiagra level Road hubs feature labyrinth and contact seals to prevent the ingress of corrosion-causing dirt and water. The hub uses angular contact bearings designed to cradle the balls giving both radial and lateral support for superior strength and durability in real world riding conditions; they also offer precision bearing adjustment and easy maintenance.
The updated ergonomic design of the Shimano Ultegra ST-R8070 Di2 11 Speed STI Road Levers clearly separates the shift buttons so you can shift easily and efficiently, even in the depths of winter when you're wearing thick gloves. Designed for Hydraulic Brakes The ST-R8070 dual control lever is designed specifically for use with hydraulic brakes for excellent rider feel and control in all conditions. Multi-Shift Each switch on the Shimano Ultegra ST-R8070 can be used to multi-shift. Additionally, the top hood buttons can be programmed and customised through the Shimano E-Tube app or PC software to control third-party devices. Technologies: Di2: The power and precision of Di2 is unmatched. It enables beautifully smooth shifting both front and rear. The lack of maintenance and adjustment is impressive: once you’ve customised your Di2 to shift to your preferences, it will continue to do so endlessly. E-Tube: Change all Di2 functions and operations through the shifter buttons behind the brake levers, the top hood buttons or satellite buttons for TT/Triathlon, sprinting and climbing. You can easily customise shift speed, multi-shift options and Synchro Shift. You can also customise the top hood buttons to control third party-devices, for example to scroll through bike computer menus. The functionality on third-party computers also allows you to display Di2 system information, such as battery level and the gear you’re in.