I looked at the 11-46 for a direct comparison against my slx 11spd, and it's not only 182g lighter but the gears also make more sense at the low end. The three biggest cogs are 36-42-46 instead of Shimano's 32-37-46. That's an extra useable climbing gear in my mind and less time in the aluminum bailout cog.
Looking so cool is just icing on the want cake.
June 1, 2022, 7 a.m. - cheapondirt
I looked at the 11-46 for a direct comparison against my slx 11spd, and it's not only 182g lighter but the gears also make more sense at the low end. The three biggest cogs are 36-42-46 instead of Shimano's 32-37-46. That's an extra useable climbing gear in my mind and less time in the aluminum bailout cog. Looking so cool is just icing on the want cake.