Subject: Road Bike Components - Worth the Upgrade? I've finally come to the conclusion that it's time to replace the road bike. I've decided on a fairly top of the line aero model. I've been putting around 4k to 6k miles a year on the road bike, mostly fast-paced group rides and some road races.
My LBS can order me a base model (Ultegra drive train + Mavic Cosmic Elite wheels ) or they'll sell me one with upgraded components they currently have in stock (Dura-Ace 9000 + Head Jet 6 Plus ) for an incremental $1500.
I already have a decent set of wheels. I'd like to have the Heds in my stable, but I don't really need them.
Have you ridden on both Dura-Ace and Ultegra? Do you actually notice a difference in the ride experience? I wouldn't expect any increase in durability between Dura-Ace and Ultegra. Do I have this wrong?
What do you think......worthwhile to upgrade or stick with the base model? |