Is Shimano Tiagra any good?

Conclusion. Tiagra is a really impressive groupset. It does everything you want from a mid-level road bike with only a few minor quibbles. The biggest decision is whether you’re really fussed about having the 11-speed of Shimano’s more expensive 105.

Is Shimano Tiagra good for gravel?

Shimano Tiagra 4700 We must stress from the beginning – Tiagra is a road groupset, not a gravel groupset like Shimano GRX for example, although it’s perfectly suitable for light gravel riding.

Is Ultegra better than Tiagra?

Shifting performance is much superior w/ Ultegra. 105 shifts better than Tiagra. In my opinion, Ultegra is the best value in the line up, with 105 a close 2nd.

Can I use TIAGRA on MTB?

Tiagra is currently 10 speed so the cassette will fit an mtb with a shimano freehub.

Is Shimano GRX compatibility with TIAGRA?

Compatibility of the GRX with TIAGRA for road use The only compatible combinations of Shimano’s GRX for gravel and TIAGRA for road bikes are TIAGRA/4700 series and 4600 series and GRX 10.

Can I use Ultegra cassette with Tiagra?

Yes: no worries at all – all compatible, only difference is a bit of weight. He may need to change his chain though dependant on wear.

What kind of chain does Shimano tiagra use?

Shimano Tiagra Chainset. The 4700 chainset adopts Shimano’s newer four-arm design. It’s available in double or triple with four crank lengths between 165 and 175mm. The double is available as either 50/34 tooth compact or 52/36 semi-compact while the triple comes with 50/39/30 tooth rings.

How much does the Shimano tiagra 4700 groupset weigh?

In total, not including wheels or cables, the Tiagra 4700 groupset weighs 2,840g. When you receive your Tiagra 4700 groupset there should be a manual included with each individual component. However if you don’t have access to a printed version you can download the relevant PDF versions from the Shimano website.

Is the Shimano tiagra a serious entry-level road bike?

The latest incarnation of Shimano’s ‘serious entry-level’ Tiagra road groupset brings 10-speed transmissions to lower price levels for 2012 despite the general creeping up of bike prices over the past couple of years. And the new Tiagra isn’t a poor relation to Shimano’s spendier components.

What do new Shimano tiagra shifters look like?

Shimano Tiagra Shifters. New Shimano Tiagra shifters lose the gear window and have under-tape cable routing. Aside from the chainset, the new shifters are the most visible change from the previous Tiagra groupsets. The gear indicator windows have been lost and the size and shape are much like 105.