Ultegra DI2 Groupset

[chipmonster]

Hi All

Just noticed the DI2 Ultegra groupset, now available from Wiggle.

I have read a few reviews and it sounds really good. Anyone invested in the DI2 Ultegra and what do you think? Is it worth the upgrade?

many thanks

 

[ianrauk]

There is at least one forumer here who has the DA Di2 and he loves it.
It's been months and months since he had to charge it.

I also tried the Di2 on a Sky Pinarello at the London Bike Show last year. OK it was on a turbo but the gear changes were smooth and faultless.

Electronic gear changing is the future. And the tech is dribbling down, as you say there is now Ultegra level. Campag are now entering the fray and no doubt SRAM will also.

As to whether it's worth the cost? If you can afford it and you like bling, then yes it is.

 

[StuAff]

My LBS had one of the official Shimano Di2 demo rigs in for a day a few weeks back, very impressive. Gear changes as slick as you like, simultaneous front and rear shifting no bother, all the 'wrong' combinations no bother...
If/when I get a new bike, Di2 and EPS options will definitely be on the group set shortlist.

 

[CopperCyclist]

It's on my shopping list for March/April. Looking at getting the Cube Agree GTC Di2. Read nothing but good things about it!

 

[chipmonster]

My lbs says that you need a frame which is compatible with the di2 groupset?

Is this correct ?

 

[StuAff]

My lbs says that you need a frame which is compatible with the di2 groupset?

Is this correct ?

If by 'compatible' they mean an electronic-specific frame: nope, your LBS misinformed you. Both Ultegra and Dura Ace Di2 will fit on a 'regular' frame just fine (and AFAIK Campag EPS will be the same).

 

[ianrauk]

If by 'compatible' they mean an electronic-specific frame: nope, your LBS misinformed you. Both Ultegra and Dura Ace Di2 will fit on a 'regular' frame just fine (and AFAIK Campag EPS will be the same).

Yup, TC fitted his Di2 to an older (well for TC that is) frame.

 

[david k]

in 5 years time i suspect the majority will come with electronic gears

 

[topcat1]

 

[rich p]

Yeah but how many holidays did you have last year Dave?

 

[ianrauk]

everyday is a holiday with TC1

 

[cyberknight]

Hi All

Just noticed the DI2 Ultegra groupset, now available from Wiggle.

I have read a few reviews and it sounds really good. Anyone invested in the DI2 Ultegra and what do you think? Is it worth the upgrade?

many thanks

I think that the tech is good but if your on a budget then investing in better wheels would be a wiser choice .

 

[topcat1]

it's an Olympic/50th birthday year treat

 

[addictfreak]

Seriously looking at this too, its also my 50th this year. I need to decide between Di2 and a TAG watch, then drop the right hints to Mrs AF!

 

[topcat1]

probikekit have it in stock, mine arrived an hour ago