In all instances, the new drivetrain and brakes proved their worth. Shimano’s XTR outpaces SRAM’s 12-speed mountain-bike transmissions—which include cog sizes from 10 to 50—with an even ...

With the launch of SRAM XX last year it was inevitable that arch rivals Shimano would soon follow suit and launch their own 10-speed mountain bike groupset. Industry rumours suggested they would ...

However, if or when Shimano moves towards electronic Di2 mountain bike groups, which is widely expected, that may open the door wide open for mix and match 11-speed components, assuming it remains ...