Hoods lead a life full of danger. Concrete, asphalt, even our hands (or gloves, depending on your preference) provide constant abuse to the poor little silicone stalwarts. Wear isn't necessarily an enemy, though--after all, well broken-in hoods can be a comfort after a season or two of use;...

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Over time derailleur pulleys will wear out, even if the derailleur itself is perfectly fine. Usually it comes down to the bearings going bad, the pulley teeth wearing out, or maybe both. If your bearings are feeling notchy, or the pulley teeth have rounded out, it's in your best interest to...

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We're not surprised to assert that Shimano carried Ultegra's stunning aesthetics all the way from the groupset-anchoring crankset to the chainring, but we're excited about it all the same. Not stopping at aesthetics, Shimano also constructed the Ultegra 6800 11-Speed Inner Chainring with the same...

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When we think of Ultegra 6800, we're immediately filled with thoughts of its enviably good looks. And before we start to sound superficial, let's note that those looks are backed up by intelligent design and ever-improving functionality throughout the entire groupset. Ultegra is genetically...

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Eliminating weight and improving ergonomics with its direct mount design, the Shimano Ultegra BR-R8010 Direct Mount Brake Caliper provides smooth and powerful stopping on the road. Construction keeps it both lightweight and robust, as well as looking sleek and stealthy on your favorite road steed...

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Shimano's Ultegra R8000 continues to deliver virtually the identical performance of Dura Ace at a price the self-sponsoring racer can afford. With the Ultegra BR-R8070 Flat Mount Disc Brake Caliper, riders now have an Ultegra model hydraulic disc brake for the first time offering confident...

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With the release of the Ultegra R8100 12-speed road group comes a whole new fleet of components, including the R8100 Caliper Set. Though they may not be the shining beacon of the updated groupset, they still offer powerful braking at an impressively low weight, as well as clearance for up to 28mm...

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With the release of the Ultegra R8100 12-speed road group comes a whole new fleet of components, including these R8110 Direct Mount Calipers. Though they may not be the shining beacon of the updated groupset, they still offer powerful braking at an impressively low weight, as well as clearance...

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To the delight of riders and mechanics alike, the new Ultegra BR-R8170 caliper delivers enhanced modulation, a quieter brake system, and an easier-than-ever bleed process. The Ultegra R8170 disc brake caliper brings a new level of control to the road cycling world with enhanced modulation and a...

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Aero advantages are made by engineers looking to push the envelope and develop brakes like the Shimano Ultegra BR-RS811 Brake Caliper. These direct mount brakes are common on super-speedy time trial or aero road bikes and tuck behind and under the bottom bracket.

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