[Tahoe Gator]

Broke a brake/shifter and am wondering if this might be the impetus to switch to 04 Dura Speed, but I would prefer to keep my existing cranks/chainring if possible. Will the 04 Dura Ace, e.g., the 10-sped chain, work with the older 9-speed chainrings & front derailleur? Thanks, and any tips on good deals on 04 Dura Ace appreciated.

 

[Jed Peters]

You'll be fine with that setup.

All you need to go to 10 speed really are the STI shifters, cassette, chain. Everything else from your shimano gruppo will work great with it.