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Downgrading from STI to Trigger Shifters

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  • 10-09-2019 3:31pm
    #1
    ogriofa
    Registered Users Posts: 353 ✭✭


    Hi,
    I am converting a road bike to a leisure bike.
    By that I really just mean that I want to change the handlebars fropm the classic drop bar to the dutch style and I want to get a seat stem with suspension at some stage.

    Can I just replace a 10 speed STI with a 10 speed trigger shifter?

    If this is dooable, would you mind recommending on for my bike?
    https://www.bikeradar.com/reviews/bikes/touring-bikes/ridgeback-platinum-review/

    Thanks for any help!!


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    #2
    loyatemu
    Registered Users Posts: 14,808 ✭✭✭✭loyatemu


    sell it and buy a hybrid.


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    #3
    CramCycle
    Moderators, Sports Moderators Posts: 24,527 Mod ✭✭✭✭CramCycle


    Have to agree, it's very doable but when you add in the cost of shifters, cables, bars, seat post, time etc. Onto a bike that was designed for, well, not that, ie you may want to sell it straight anyway in the end.

    I would sell it as is and buy a hybrid that you want and is built for what you want.


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