Shimano has expanded its CUES ecosystem with new drop bar components to bring the affordable drivetrains to road and gravel riders. The latest update places CUES as a replacement for Shimano's lower-end road and gravel groupsets, covering 9- to 11-speed drivetrains. Meanwhile, ESSA remains the entry-level 8-speed option, now with its own drop bar components.
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