Rounding off point on Brifters?

[Bestest Handsan]

I hate the point on the top of the rubber grip on Shimano
brifters. Has anyone tried rounding them off? Is so, how did
it work out?

Believe me, I'd love to upgrade to the 10sp, but SWMBO does
not see it in the future! Is there an after-market grip with
a flatter top?

Thanks

 

[Gary Jacobson]

"Bestest Handsander" <[email protected]> wrote in message
news:[email protected]... Is there an after-
market grip with a flatter top?

Campy.

Gary Jacobson Rosnedale, NY

 

[Richard Chan]

"Bestest Handsander" <[email protected]> wrote in message news:<[email protected]>...
> I hate the point on the top of the rubber grip on Shimano
> brifters. Has anyone tried rounding them off? Is so, how
> did it work out?
>
> Believe me, I'd love to upgrade to the 10sp, but SWMBO
> does not see it in the future! Is there an after-market
> grip with a flatter top?

Campagnolo ERGO is flatter especially when compared to
the DA10 STI. Some people prefer that ERGO shape. If your
are still 9V, change the shifter disc to 9V and you are
ready to roll.

 

[Richard Chan]

"David L. Johnson" <[email protected]> wrote in message news:<[email protected]>...
> On Sat, 20 Mar 2004 16:57:04 -0800, Richard Chan wrote:
>
> > "Bestest Handsander" <[email protected]> wrote in message
> > news:<[email protected]>...
> Not really. While the wheels will work OK with Campy, as
> has been reported here many times, the Shimano rear
> derailleur will not work with the Campy shifter. You would
> have to replace that as well. Lot to spend to get a
> rounded point on the brake lever, IMO.

I apologize for sounding trivial. ERGO setup requires Campy
rear deraileurs to make it "right". To complete the package,
I would recommend a Shimano chain. I guess my point is try
the ERGO on a loaner bike and see.