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On AXS GX, they used the upgraded B-bolt like is found on the other AXS rear mechs. Not the crappy GX mechanical design that gets sloppy.

I appreciate the mention of the 2FO cliplite. Definitely my personal favorite shoe. I still hope a new one is to come, but until then, I have a spare pair tucked away!

An additional thought is that a consumer new to the sport is more likely to pick 12 over 11 speed just because it's both newer and is probably easier to have a sales pitch for. "This is the newest option and shifts just like the other 12spd stuff on the expensive bikes" (ie. 12spd) is probably an easier sell than "this may have one less gear, but it's just as good, if not better" (ie. 11spd).

Also very true about the 11spd cost. I was surprised when I saw how little it has dropped.

Speaking in relation to the hex keys only, while I really like my Wera Hex-plus L-handles, I can't specifically say that I note a significant improvement over the Bondhus T-handles and L-handles, which are a bit cheaper. If anything, I've actually heard more reports of the Wera keys snapping compared to the Bondhus.

That makes me happy to hear given that I just pulled the trigger on GX AXS today. Very excited try AXS longterm given how much I love Etap on one of my other bikes.

It's also good timing given that my current rear mech has been giving me some trouble after smacking it "real good" on a tree stump.

Solid write-up! I've been very pleased with my Next R wheelset over the past 3 or so years.

I forgot the Runt even existed! That's definitely something else to look into on my end, thanks!

My question is, do you think upgrading from a GRIP to GRIP2 Damper is the same worthy upgrade for an air sprung fork? That's something I've been going back and forth on but haven't decided whether I'll make the upgrade or not. 

For now, I've at least spent the money to get a digital shock pump to really dial in my suspension pressures.

In my case, I've only been riding since Feb of 2015, so I always had more options than just 5.10.

I also feel the same way. My go-to pedal combo is freerider pro shoes and DMR Vault pedals. It may be because I actually ride clipped in a lot more than on flats, but I really don't like my feet moving on the pedals. All the grip/stick for me.