Campagnolo has decided to resurrect its famed Record groupset, and as usual, is treating it to most of the same trappings as the Italian brand’s Super Record 13 drivetrain, but at a more affordable price point.
At the center of the new electronic Record is the same configurable 1x and 2x 13-speed architecture as its more costly brethren, with the key differences lying in materials, finishes and weight.
“Geometry, architecture and functionality now share a common design foundation across Record and Super Record, reflecting a new, simplified approach for Campagnolo. This ensures full component compatibility, greater system coherence, and most importantly, the same shifting speed. The differences are focused on material selection and finishes, enabling a new entry point into the platform without compromising performance. The result is just 208g to 342g additional weight depending on the discipline from Super Record to Record 13,” says Campagnolo.
According to Campagnolo, Record is available in five guises across both 1x and 2x set-ups, which are supported by three different derailleurs across the groupsets; namely, a standard derailleur for the 2x variants, a separate version equipped with a nano clutch for boosted chain retention and an “X” version that’s fitted with a nano clutch as well that’s compatible with 42 or 48 tooth cassettes thanks to a longer cage.
In addition to inheriting the same drivetrain kinematics as Super Record 13, Record also sees carbon fiber-reinforced polyamide components on the front and rear derailleurs, albeit with some slightly different shaping and finishing on the front derailleur, while the shifters, Ergo Power controls, hydraulic braking system, cassettes and batteries remain unchanged.
Additionally, while the Record crank visually mimics the Super Record, there are some significant differences, such as a steel versus titanium axle, while the crankarms feature a low-density technopolymer construction instead of a hollowed-out carbon structure.
Record is also designed to work with the MyCampy app, allowing for full customization of the Ergopower controls and functions, with lots of factory presets and accessibility for one-handed riding. Moreover, it also offers seamless integration with bike computers such as Garmin, Wahoo and other major brands via ANT+ connectivity.
The new Record sells for 2700€ in a traditional 2× step-up for road, while the X version, configured in a 1x groupset with a nano clutch rear derailleur, is priced at 2130€. The all-road with either a clutched 1x or 2x configuration fetches 2129€ and 2335€, respectively.
For those who want power readings, a Campagnolo PWN power meter can be added for 600€.
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