Subject: Re: 10 speed shifters - alternate cable routing Posted by: Al on December 05, 2005 at 09:56:29: In Reply to: Re: 10 speed shifters posted by Rob on December 05, 2005 at 08:50:43:

Message: >>I am replacing my tiagra shifters with ultegra. Can I use ultegra 10 speed shifters on my old 9 speed cassette until I can afford a new cassette? Also what other parts will I need besides a 10 speed chain? >If you use a jtek shiftmate you will be able to use them with 9 speed components You CAN use the new Shimano 10-speed STI shifters with your old 9-speed cassette if you use the "alternate cable routing" (i.e., anchor the cable at the 9 o'clock position).