Yesterday I learned that road and MTB Hollowtech II bottom brackets are not quite interchangable (at least not without a ton of hassle), so even though my cool R600 crankset is in, I can't try it in action.
Later I will probably use my old bar end shifters for this 2x8 setup (or try to source some 10 speed Campag brifters on the cheap), but for now I installed the downtube shifter to use with the front derailleur, and kept the bodged-up thumbie for the rear.
On the bright side I've installed the XT cranks from the Marin to the Diamondback for extra rad points and a significant weight reduction.
Yesterday I learned that road and MTB Hollowtech II bottom brackets are not quite interchangable (at least not without a ton of hassle), so even though my cool R600 crankset is in, I can't try it in action.
Later I will probably use my old bar end shifters for this 2x8 setup (or try to source some 10 speed Campag brifters on the cheap), but for now I installed the downtube shifter to use with the front derailleur, and kept the bodged-up thumbie for the rear.
On the bright side I've installed the XT cranks from the Marin to the Diamondback for extra rad points and a significant weight reduction.