Studio : Shimano

Publisher : Shimano

Binding : Misc.

Product Description
The second iteration of electronic Ultegra has officially arrived, and this time around the innovative system brings forth many notable Dura-Ace-esque refinements. Aside from the bump to 11-speed, updates to the shifters themselves include a slimmer profile that's more reminiscent of its Dura-Ace sibling, as well as reworked shift levers that are now positioned for easier access from the hoods. The surface texture is also more pronounced, which, in addition to the reworked paddle shapes, provides a more tactile feel for positive shifts from a variety of hand positions. And not to be left behind in the programmability department, the new shifters are also fully customizable through Shimano's E-tube software, meaning that various aspects of shifting are easily tuned to your preferences. It's safe to say the new Ultegra has learned a thing or two from its popular older brother. The hoods of the Di2 6870 shifters now feature a smaller and slimmer shape compared to the Ultegra Di2 ST-6770 edition. Made from a dual-compound rubber composite, the low-volume hood design retains the slight perforated form of the originals, and makes lever accessibility easy. The lever blades and paddles have also received a sleek redesign. Their outward curve and feel is slightly more pronounced than in the prior generation, and make for a more positive interaction from either the hoods or drops. In terms of the shift buttons, Shimano has widened them and added more contrast in texture, creating an easily navigable shift interface. And when you're buried in the drops on long descents, you'll be happy to know that Shimano has continued to include 10mm of reach adjustment for the levers. The shifting itself is where 6870 shines the brightest -- this is where Shimano's "Rider-Tuned" philosophy really makes itself known. This is the title given to Shimano's campaign of providing you the best rider-experience of your life. The 6870 now enjoys the same fully programmable shifting experience ...
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