"Band On" to "Braze On" Adaptors?

[AlanW]

Cutting a long story very short, but the only way I can get a front mech of my choice to fit my new frame is to fit a "Band On" to Braze On" adaptor.

Trying to find a Ultegra 6600, 34.9mm band on, double changer in silver is proving to be more difficult that I first thought!! And of course Mr Shimano has now updated to the 6700 version which is a slightly different colour.

So it looks like my only option is to get a braze on front mech and fit the afore mentioned adaptor. But I have only ever used one type or the other.

So before I proceed with what I would consider not an ideal solution, but don't ask me why, has any one else used them and are there any downfalls in using them?

Is there a make that stands out as being the better option?

 

[MadoneRider1991]

http://www.ribblecycles.co.uk/sp/road-track-bike/Shimano-Clamp-for-Braze-on-Front-Mech/SHIMGRSZ300

thats what im using

 

[Smokin Joe]

I'm using one, no downsides at all.

 

[AlanW]

http://www.ribblecycles.co.uk/sp/road-track-bike/Shimano-Clamp-for-Braze-on-Front-Mech/SHIMGRSZ300

thats what im using

Yes I saw those on the Ribble site, but then I found this type and then this one

I do like the look of the DNC one from a practical point of view?

Plus some other types, so I then wondered what the difference was really?

 

[MadoneRider1991]

the fsa one is the same as the shimano one ( both have no adjustment )

the second one has adjustment

 

[Ian H]

The adjustment is by moving the band along the seat tube, just like a band-on changer. Why would you need a slot as well?

 

[MadoneRider1991]

The adjustment is by moving the band along the seat tube, just like a band-on changer. Why would you need a slot as well?

its so you dont have to move the band up and down the tube and risk scratching your frame i think