
1x vs. 2x: The Ultimate Road Bike Debate & 13-Speed Shimano | Velo Podcast
Are 1x drivetrains the inevitable future of road cycling, or will 2x always reign supreme? This week on the Velo podcast, the whole crew—Lisa Charlebois, Logan Jones-Wilkins, Mike Levy, and Josh Ross—are in the virtual studio, and the debate gets incredibly passionate. We kick off with listener questions that quickly devolve into an argument over the true definition of bikepacking and whether camping is actually required. Josh also takes a moment to double down on why there is more to a bike than its spec sheet, making the case for the Cannondale CAAD14. Next, we analyze the newly spotted 13-speed Shimano Dura-Ace prototype. Because the system still relies on wires, the conversation spirals into a massive SRAM vs. Campagnolo vs. Shimano showdown. We split on what matters more: Shimano’s
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