Electronic Shifting: Pros, Cons, Reliability, and More

Electronic shifting is quite controversial when it comes to reliability and whether it’s going to overtake mechanical shifting in popularity over the coming years. In this video, Neil unpacks the world of electronic shifting, the available systems, what’s to like, what’s not to like, and how it fits into the world of bikepacking. Outline Intro: 0:00 Types Of Electronic Shifting: 1:46 Battery Life: 3:59 Charging & Backups: 6:45 Failure: 8:05 Performance & Maintenance: 10:13 Less Hand Fatigue: 11:42 Replacement Parts: 12:28 Install & Updates: 13:22 When To Use: 14:46 Final Thoughts: 15:46 Related Links: Archer D1X Review: SRAM GX AXS Review: SRAM AXS, Is It Ready For Big Adventures?: Do you enjoy our videos, routes, and articles? Help sustain this resource by joining the Bikepacking Collective: #bikepacki