I like the MTB cable routing on their mechs but you need an inline adjuster. The advantage of Apex 1 and Force 1 is exact actuation which means both road and MTB shifters will work with them. I dont think thats the case with NX/GX.
The NX and GX say "X-ACTUATION™" on the site so I guess that means yes to exact actuation?
I will be using MTB shifters for now, so cable can be adjusted on the shifter. If I ever switch to a dropbar setup an inline adjuster can always be added somewhere.
Still can't figure out 11sp RD difference of: NX vs Apex and GX vs Rival.
Other than prices and weights.