SRAM Killed Campag in 2015… Now They’re BOTH Kicking Shimano!

The component wars are heating up, and the landscape is shifting faster than ever. Back in 2015, SRAM completely disrupted the market, leaving Campagnolo struggling to find its footing on premium custom builds in the new electronic wireless world. But with the release of the brand-new Record 13 Wireless groupset, the tables are turning—and both brands are starting to make Shimano look seriously outdated. In this video, we deep-dive into the quality and engineering details of the new Campagnolo Record 13. By dropping the price significantly from Super Record, Campag has delivered market-leading features that Shimano simply hasn't answered: ultra-low climbing gear ratios, hyper-progressive UDH frame integration, and massive quality-of-life updates like USB-C charging. We pull the entire groupset apart from a mechanic's perspective, testing the steel hearth joint axle, showing you the Bluetooth proximity pairing process, and breaking down exactly where they saved costs without sacrificing performance. Has Campagnolo done enough to reclaim the custom build throne? Let’s talk in the comments. 📌 Chapters: 00:00 - The Reality of Custom Building 00:18 - Campagnolo Record 13: The New Contender 00:49 - Shifter Ergonomics & Tactile Upgrades 02:02 - A Mechanic’s Dream: Internal Brake Hose Valves 03:01 - Rear Derailleur: Material Cost Savings 04:34 - Charging & The Big USB-C Upgrade 10:46 - Bluetooth Proximity Pairing Process 12:48 - Cranks, Bearings & The Steel Axle Hearth Joint 15:54 - Step-by-Step Bearing Removal & Tool Guide 18:40 - Market-Leading Low Gear Ratios For Climbing 22:50 - Chain and Quick Link Updates 23:51 - Brake Rotors & Caliper Configuration (140mm vs 160mm) 26:03 - Internal Frame Cable Routing Trick Join us on Skool.com for a mechanics guide: skool.com/mapdec