Bicycle shifting in the 21st century has gone electric. Japan’s Shimano entered the juiced up gear controls a few years ago with its high-end Dura-Ace Di2, which is favored today by many pro riders. This year at Interbike Shimano also officially introduced itsDi2 electronic system in its step down – but still high-end – Ultegra groupo. In fact, it has had many deciding whether to go with the mechanic Dura-Ace or the electric Ultegra Di2. Not an easy choice, and now one that is even harder to make as Campagnolo is getting in on the action.
Our friends at BikeRadar reported yesterday that Campagnolo has finally announced its own electric shifting system, with not one but two groups. This includes the Record EPS (Electronic Power Shift) as well as the Super Record EPS. These will reportedly have identical functionality but differences in weight.
This will also reportedly offer performance that is on par with Shimano, while BikeRadar has noted one difference. Where Di2 features a removable Li-ion rechargeable battery, the EPS features a power system that is housed in the systems’ brain and can’t be easily removed, so charging is done via a small part in the power pack. Pricing is still to be announced, but this could be one to watch.
[Via BikeRadar.com: Campagnolo launch electronic EPS groups]