Apparently, the recent leaked photos of SRAM's road components were not just a publicity stunt. These products are the real deal and are already making waves at Eurobike in Germany. Check this bit just reported on BicycleRetailer.com:
Meanwhile, SRAM was drawing crowds with the first public display of its road group, along with displays of a new 9-speed internal hub and a freeride concept bike that includes a new long-travel RockShox fork. All three are expected to be on ’07 lines.
And this quote from SRAM's PR guy:
“We’re actively selling this to OE’s right now,” ...he said about the road gruppo, which will include shifters, brakes, bottom bracket, cranks and cassette. Zimberoff said the group will likely be released at two high-end price points."
You have to see the pictures on the VeloNews website... the stuff looks really pretty. The cranks and brakes are branded SRAM as well and look really great. I am really anxious for a touch and feel.
SRAM stands a good chance to make a lot of noise with these components. I am supremely curious.
Tim Jackson
Brand Manager
masi Bicycles
Posted by: Tim Jackson- Masiguy | September 02, 2005 at 10:52 AM