In person and pondering new Dura-Ace
Summary
Recorded live at the Escape Collective Summit in Japan, the hosts discuss the new Shimano Dura-Ace 13-speed groupset, debating its wired design and potential UDH compatibility. They also analyze the Leadville 100 results and the emerging 32-inch wheel trend in mountain biking. The episode covers Fox’s new electronic suspension and critiques a new affordable disc brake facing tool from AB Bike Tools.
Topics discussed
Sponsor: Odoo business software
Introduction and host introductions
Show overview: Shimano, Leadville, and MAID
Shimano Dura-Ace 9300: Initial details and rumors
Shifter ergonomics and wired vs wireless debate
Battery management and Shimano's market pace
Derailleur hangers, UDH, and cassette clearance
Frame compatibility and direct mount derailleur speculation
Chain standards and power meter accuracy
Comparing Dura-Ace to SRAM Red: Brakes and gearing
Release timing and team adoption at Dauphiné
SRAM update predictions and iterative changes
New Dura-Ace wheels and freehub compatibility
Brake modulation comparison and release date rumors
Leadville 100 recap and 32-inch wheel rumors
32-inch wheel adoption and brand strategies
Ventum prototypes and development timelines
Industry desperation and first-mover advantage
Fork compatibility and the future of 32-inch wheels
Pros and cons of 32-inch wheels
Fox electronic suspension for cross-country
MAID show: New affordable disc brake facing tool
Wrap-up and member-only teaser
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