Riding the world's fastest UCI legal road bike

[@Evan-zj5mt]

I went past Alberto Contador at the top of the first climb where you are at 3:15. Greatest moment of my life. Admittedly he was stopped to take a photo with his mate but none the less, I went past him!

[@BLITZKRIEG1]

mate you need to reconsider your view on life.

[@manueldeubler1127]

Ha, reminds me of my greatest achievement in cycling. Overtaking Lance Armstrong on Mont Ventoux. Granted it was on Zwift and he's is old, but it is what it is 😂

[@carlosgaspar8447]

@@manueldeubler1127 reminds me of when i beat simon whitfield, ex-olympian, at the cypress hill climb on an 80's steel frame bike (escargot).

[@Pionirish]

​@@carlosgaspar8447​​I can top that. My claim to fame is I once beat a world champion in a TT! OK so it was by two seconds in an early season evening 10 and it was Sally Mackenzie-Hodge's (1988 world points champion) first race after taking 2 years off and having a baby, and she had a puncture, but hey, a win's a win right?

[@carlosgaspar8447]

@@Pionirish if you'd beaten beryl burton that would mean something to me; i was maybe top 5 in my category when i beat simon.

[@ceymaniii]

I'm an older rider (76) who rides with a younger crowd on fast group rides. A few years ago i started getting dropped before the sprints so I bought a Systemsix. Holy $hi#! That bike increased my average speed by 1.5 mph at 10 less average watts over our regular route. When its extremely windy i change out the 65 deep front wheel for a 35 and have no trouble with handling.

[@bluemystic7501]

What bike were you on before? Also, are you saying your group now rides 1.5mph faster or are you referring to solo rides? Lastly, what average speed were you at, and what speed are you at now at what power level?

[@Ballantin]

I think you should do more of this kind of videos, I really liked the format, very entertaining. Glad you had a great time at Mallorca. I am from Spain but moved to the UK 12 years ago and people don't believe me when I tell them that I love British weather. Now you know why hehehe.

[@TraceVelo]

Glad you enjoyed it! The comments have been super positive, so might have to make vids like this a regular feature! But yeah the temp was up there, but it was still incredible riding. I might be going to Madrid to see some friends in September, so maybe ill get some Spanish city riding in 😂

[@Membrillo81]

​@@TraceVelotake a train to Cercedilla and ride in in the mountains. Or a train to Arganda to ride the Via Verde del Tajuña and Via Verde del Tren de los 40 días for a car free ride. In September, the weather should be fine to ride.

[@Carftymk]

we all know that guilt of being on vacation and not maximizing time ridden but when it's hot and uncomfortable, it is hot and uncomfortable

[@TraceVelo]

Yeah thanks dude! I feel like if i was on a slightly more forgiving bike, or even if i was on 30c tyres rather than rock hard 26c, I could have kept going. Or maybe I would have just run out of water and ended up with heat stroke 🤣

[@dylanprice5493]

​@@TraceVelo could you tell me what camera(s) you use whilst on the bike please?

[@SubversionGarage]

Mid 90’s, and humid do not make for a good time

[@jverissimo]

@@dylanprice5493should be an insta360 x3 or x4 ;)

[@LordVarkson]

That kind of weather is the standard for riding in Australia for about half the year. You get up early, apply plenty of sunscreen and you're usually fine. If your ride starts to hit mid-day though, the sun has one hell of a bite.

[@lesteradriansalinas3498]

Love this new style of content, glad that you were able to use the top of the line dura ace! 🥖

[@homoinspirus]

I own a SystemSix and was waiting for you to say that "on flats this thing just files" and sure enough you said it. True - it's not a climbing bike but not as harsh as your first impression. You could het used to it. I actually did 600 miles nad 24 thousand feet of climbing in 3 days just a few days ago on my S6, so it definitely is possible. Great content and story telling.

[@Destide]

My usual viewpoint is "If you don't get paid to race, disregard the UCI acquire fun" but looked like you had an awesome time.

[@veganpotterthevegan]

The fastest bikes are built to UCI rules anyway...unless you want a recumbent

[@caljcam]

​@veganpotterthevegan If you count TT and Tri bikes as built to UCI rules

[@Exupace]

"What an absolute specimen" PML fantastic Luke 😀

[@schmidtchen3660]

I always run my cables in one long piece of cable housing. It's so much Easier to replace the inner cable. You just have to push it through and not have to worry about getting a cable routing tool.

[@TraceVelo]

I think i'm gonna have to give this a go moving forward...

[@veganpotterthevegan]

​@@TraceVelo just buy some tandem cables and you're good

[@stop223]

​@@TraceVeloI had some problems with water getting trapped in it and rusty inner cables. Only on the front mech tho.

[@captain1664]

I also do this and have found my gear changes much smoother as a result. I don't think I'll go back.

[@ll-zh4rc]

​@TraceVelo how do you get the raw cable around any bends inside the frame? Or how is the cable guided inside the frame itself?

[@simonkuzin]

Luke, this format is absolutely fantastic. Love it. Please make more this kind of road movies . More scenery, people, impressions. Can even set aside techie talks at all. Take us to to the journey ;)

[@Upthegicker]

For best shifting always run full housing through frame to derailleur, it also makes changing the inner wire very easy.

[@mrmmccready]

Great video! The way to deal with the heat is to go out just after sunrise and benefit from beautiful light, cooler temperatures and quieter roads. The added bonus is getting brownie points for getting back in time for breakfast 😊

[@grantboydell1933]

Use of the baby food is a great option since it's about half the price if an equivalent weight/calorie gel & they actually have good flavour options. I like to take two different flavours on a 100km ride. Practical tip is to find a similarly threaded cap to the no-swallow wide baby proof cap supplied, for each packet you take in your jersey pocket (and don't throw that cap away).

[@TheYondaime008]

Love the format Luke, thanks for sharing

[@jameseastwood402]

I had a systemsix hi-mod for 5 years before going for more custom builds. Man that bike was FAST. I did plenty of HC quality climbs and honestly had no issue with it, but when you were on the flats and really motoring it absolutely flew. I'll always miss it, but it had a few aging issues (weight, clunky front end) and it was time to move on.

[@GETMEOUTTTT]

LOVING THE NAILS looking real good!!

[@WhiteMFingRabbit]

Glad you did not have the pleasure of experiencing the classic SystemSix speed wobble! Nice vid as allways! :)

[@simplyxuan779]

For bikes with cable housing stoppers, I'll run gear cable internally with cable guide plastic tubing within the frame. This is for me to prevent wear on the internal carbon frame from the metal cables. For bikes with no cable housing stoppers, I have no choice but run the full cable housings.

[@Vixen1525]

I saw that Seth from Berm Peak used some housing around the actual cable to reduce noise and scratches inside the bike frame

[@mikeymike1792]

At the 11 minute mark, it all felt very Francis Cade. Very classy work Luke.

[@TraceVelo]

My man, what a compliment! He was a massive inspiration for the style of video, so glad that came across 🙌

[@MP_PapHew]

I concur. I very much enjoyed this video Luke, hope to see more of these. 🥖🥖🥖

[@future62]

Loved the format, would love to see you review more "regular" bikes

[@SprayIgniteBoom]

yes me too!!!

[@malz3836]

Liquidised baby food! Then Alphabites, Turkey Dinosaurs and finally the “Princess Blanket” the Hambini metamorphosis is complete!😂🥖🥖🥖🥖🥖

[@jonburnell532]

🥖 That baby grow neck warmer is a hack on a whole different level. The sunburn protection on the back and badass stud design on the front is 👌

[@joshgray9035]

Majorca is next level, 6am rides followed by seemingly endless beach days. Loved it

[@garyputtock4159]

Great vid! was in Mallorca 22nd June and weather was perfect for cycling going at 8am it was low 20s. I’d say in Mallorca you’re never far away from being able to top up with water and substance. I took my own bike as the cost in Mallorca for bike hire is getting ridiculous. I’ve being going for over 10 years and costs have rocketed. Also being on your on bike I find beneficial.

[@TheImprobableIronman]

Great video and love this format. Good to get your perspective on something that's at the opposite end of the market to your usual rides too - I feel there's a much more honest view here than we get from channels sponsored by the big brands.

[@stavinski2000]

Great video - Fair play for riding in that heat! We went out there last year Mar-Apr so was around 25. The Formentor ride is awesome, also if your looking to head into the mountains from the east next time I recommend coming from Caimari and going up the Coll de sa Batalla I would say it's a better climb than coming from Coll de Femenia

[@TraceVelo]

OK noted for next time! 👌👌👌

[@mrmmccready]

+1

[@overthetarget9401]

This was great, if you can, more of this please.

[@olliesmallwood6181]

10:04 - Hey Luke - I'm the Goat! Though feels strange to take that title from Merckx, Cav and dare I say Poggy. Great to meet you and thanks for remembering the shout out! Ollie and Kate

[@TraceVelo]

Dude! Great to meet you both!!! Sorry I completely forgot to get a pic of us, too busy gassing 🤣 Hope the rest of your trip was wicked tho!

[@olliesmallwood6181]

@@TraceVelo Awesome thanks! The heat the next day was something else though. Felt your pain when you were saying about going up hill without wind and the sweat. Puig de Major in the midday sun was just something else! Great content too 👌

[@anserrizvi3304]

So many of my friends have been to Majorca but I've never been so tempted to go until I saw your video! Looks amazing!

[@JamesDeLara-t3i]

I’m a fan of building cheap, keep up the good work. I’m recovering from a stupid bike accident and can’t ride so I’m watching videos like yours to keep sane, thanks. I live in Corsica and I’m amazed how similar Majorca seems.

[@michaelbantilo-kq9bg]

Dura ace mech shifting, definitely one of the best.

[@TraceVelo]

It was INCREDIBLE! I'm gonna have to pick up a set second hand i think!

[@michaelbantilo-kq9bg]

​@@TraceVelo DO IT! I will watch you assemble it again to your Old bikes🎉😅

[@chrisparky]

Missed a few videos! Congratulations on the new baby !!

[@marcbryant8482]

Yes more of these style vlogs please. Being on the other side of the world (Aus) its always interesting to see these places as future travel options. And your thoughts on bikes and gear are always valuable

[@denisalexandrekannenberg7516]

You are amazing Luke, thanks for your videos. Greetings from Brasil

[@simonderoo9189]

The winds just before the lighthouse are crazy. Last year I passed there 6 times or so, and with my wilier 0 sl (climbing bike) with 65 mm wheels was quite sketchy. The noises you made where familiar 😂.

[@TraceVelo]

Screams of fear are pretty common down that stretch i think 😂

[@nizam_mr]

it seems you dont fancy full aero bike, so i guess we not gonna be seeing any full aero or tri bike build (tantan x38, tantan tt913 , etc like). i just built a tt912, full cable housing inside frame. i find it that i can give extra lenght as slack buffer when i dismantle it to put into bikebag

[@andrewchutchins]

Great content Luke - really like the format & real world realities were very relatable. Beautiful setting for a ride & hope you had a great trip! 🥖🥖🥖

[@TraceVelo]

Glad you enjoyed it, but yeah fantastic trip. While I was editing, I realised how lucky I was to be able to do it!

[@MrDarken1000]

Exactly a few days ago I did the same route to the Formentor lighthouse, but running. Incredible views, for an incredible place, I had to stop every so often to take photos 😅. Your video has made my hair stand on end again with the images. Greetings from Spain! 😃

[@gregorgeci]

I loved it! Def do more of this :)

[@TraceVelo]

Yay! Thank you!

[@kevinfrikitona]

Great video! I liked the format, I would have liked more if you included the price of renting such a rocket

[@lukesanders768]

As always, great video and I totally liked the format. Loved the 'drama' and the silly faces

[@valderja]

Nice video Luke. What a stunning looking place to ride.

[@TraceVelo]

Yeah thankyou! It was incredible, editing it reminded me how lucky I am to be able to do what I do. I'll have to get back out there again I think!

[@thefucrew9865]

Thank you for allowing some of us to live vicariously through you and your adventures. I know that I, for one, can not afford to go to places like that, nor have such an opportunity to ride a bike like that. (Living in the Chicagoland area, it is dangerous to ride on expensive bikes). Keep up the great work !!!

[@faith_yar]

That was such a fun video. Nice change

[@aidenfehr6633]

I like the vlogy style! so good!

[@BuckleyJonathan-nr1wu]

When you get to a certain age, comfort on a bike is worth more than lightness and aerodynamics. Luckily Spain has excellent roads but in the UK, with the awful road surfaces, I am running fatter and fatter tyres every year. Great video. Thanks🥖🥖🥖

[@TraceVelo]

Yeah absolutely. I was DAMN fast on the flats, but an endurance bike with some 30c tyres would have been SO much better!

[@apv1]

Loved this. Wouldn’t mind seeing more videos like these

[@JLneonhug]

Like the vlog style! Makes a change.

[@AutoCAD681]

I think the 26c played a big role in how it felt as well. Thicker tyres feels better on climb as well

[@nigelT16]

@trace Velo Super enjoyed your video this AM. The veiws were epic, loved the shot the photographer caught of you. Cheers

[@TraceVelo]

Thanks nigel! Yeah I enjoyed putting this together actually, I might try and make it a more regular thing.

[@jbstillman]

I really enjoyed this video, the travel aspect is amazing. I have started incorporating a ride day any time my wife and I go on a trip. We made a recent trip to the UK, and I was able to mountain bike in Scotland. Also recently we went to Toronto, Canada and I was able to rent a really nice full carbon w/hydraulic brake road bike, and put a good 75 miles (120km) on it in a day, simply amazing ride and bike. When I got back home, I got back on my own road bike and suddenly thought "This just won't do... time to upgrade!" LOL. Anyway, I really enjoyed the travel video with the biking and would love to see some more! I love bikes and travel!

[@a1white]

Yes! Glad it’s not just me, with the left/right brakes. I was constantly locking up my rear brake when cycling out in southern Spain. Amazing the difference it makes that you intuitively normally cycle more on the front brake

[@echtogammut]

I'm just jealous of that vacation. Looking forward to the little one getting a bit bigger and you reviewing trailers for hauling her around.

[@JonnyPsyclo]

Great video Luke! Something different is always welcome! Love your sense of humour! I've had a similar experience in Scotland trying to descend "The Devil's Beeftub" with a strong wind with deep section wheels and I reckon I could have jogged down that descent quicker!! It was really unnerving! Love the videos. Keep it up!!

[@Millicente]

Love this format. Please do this for the rest of the bikes!

[@tomnankivell8808]

Awesome video Luke - I think its one of the most enjoyable ride vlogs I've ever seen - not least for the combo of your quirky and self-effacing style and insightful observations and reflections.

[@TraceVelo]

Thanks a ton!

[@jonathangreen7111]

Great video..as usual. I used to ride an early aero tubed Cervelo S1. Fine on Spanish roads and handled well (just normal alloy rims). But on our rougher roads it was a nightmare: really harsh and difficult to handle on twisty descents because it skipped around so much. Replaced it with a custom Columbus Life steel beauty....completely different. Because there's a bit of give in the frame it's more comfortable and actually faster. My riding mates noticed how much faster I descended straight away.

[@throughthewindow4894]

Some good ideas for substitution. Should keep those two things in mind.

[@TheBridgee100]

Great video Luke. Enjoyed the wonderful sights on the ride.

[@chrisvanbuggenum871]

I used to have dura ace mechanical. I loved it.

[@TraceVelo]

I'm SO tempted to pick up a set second hand...

[@chrisvanbuggenum871]

@@TraceVelo do it. I built mine up by buying bit by bit till i had it all.

[@TenSapphires]

Go for it, but use Magura MT8 brakes 😊​@@TraceVelo

[@massaka17]

I wanted to get a 9100 rim brake version of it after the quarantine price hike. But Shimano just discontinued it fully.

[@chrisvanbuggenum871]

@@massaka17 you can still get parts that are in really good condition second hand. I'd do that.

[@annesteele9764]

Really interesting video. Excellent format and very enjoyable.

[@vitorlimasp]

Very nice format! Congrats! In Brazil I tend to use long sleaves jerseys so I avoid sun burn and really strong tan lines. ☺️

[@joe4624]

Great video Luke. Would love to see more videos like this. I need a new bike and can't decide between buy or build.

[@davidmyers9581]

dude.... build a bike. I'm building up a s Scott MTB ( as a gravel bike ) with any son. We are having great fun, Specing out the parts. Oh and We repainted the frame. We getting all the parts second hand. so it will be a high se spec on a budget.

[@RickRolling-tc7vb]

Liked the format, for a change. I like the other stuff that you do too, especially the testing, so please keep that up. I find the secret to riding in the heat is not to stop, because then you have no breeze. Oh, and don't go up hills either, that's the worst thing you can do. lol. For frame routing, I picked up a very good kit from China with a roll of foam tubing for not much money at all, so it's not hard or expensive, you just have to take your time. Thanks for the entertainment, hope you and the family had a nice time.

[@jempanuncialman9361]

Nice ride video not boring to watch

[@treyquattro]

I LOL'd at the spag bol baby food. Not a bad idea, that. Oh, and Yello: Oh Yeah

[@Bu5t3R]

I love the occasional trip for a beautiful ride. It gives me ideas for dream rides.

[@lollypoofy]

Loved this kind of content

[@Horus-Lupercal]

The shifters bit is interesting, my shifting is literally instantaneous. Because I ride fixed lol. Looks like great fun though! Subscribed, much love from NZ.

[@dtaylor4319]

Re the one piece cable housing, I've converted my Ribble CGR to this arrangement as the internal cable stops top and bottom of the downtube were causing extra friction and making the shifting very inconsistent. Now shifts very cleanly and also makes replacing the inner so much easier!

[@thegearboxman]

Myself and my son did the same two climbs back in May this year. We rented a couple of bikes going by the name of "Guerciotti". I've never heard of them before but they were great bikes with Ultegra groupsets and well set up. If you've never been to Majorca then you're missing out. The roads are like polished glass compared to the crap we have to ride on in the UK. Even in the heat I was at least a couple of km/h faster than on rough UK roads. I can highly recommend Pro Am Cycle hire in Port Du Pollenca. I think the bikes were 24 Euro per day. Bargain!

[@billmiller4983]

Beautiful ride. I have gone on a great ride on a really stiff bike with a terrible seat. When i got a chance i put an old saddle on the bike and that helped a lot.

[@galenkehler]

1. Your wife is a smart cookie with that baby grow hack 2. The systemsix has goofy geometry, long rake fork with a super short trail is going to be very twitchy, and not handle any kind of deep wheel at all well. 3. That photographer is crafty, great idea and location, bet he makes a nice payday. 4. Holy mozzarella you're pastey 😂 you need a Giro Aerohead helmet for that sun, no chance of sunburn and its cooler by keeping the sun off. (And no sunscreen in your eyes) Nice video, thanks! 🥖🥖🥖🥖🥖

[@TraceVelo]

Thanks galen! I think if I was to run tubeless 28c or even 30c tyres at slightly lower pressues on that systemsix, it would be a game changer. Plus like you say, maybe with some slightly shallower wheels it might not be so bad in the crosswinds...

[@PeterSmithCA]

I love seeing scenic rides, or even just the local coffee shop ride. Would also love to see some behind the scenes things. Like your cameras and settings, your editing tools and "office", it all enhances the videos IMO 🥖🥖🥖

[@clivepritchard]

Enjoyed this thanks . How about a review of that smart computer you used here?

[@JayHeartwing]

It's a different video to be expect from you, but it's really nice you're enjoying it. Nice to see you trying known expensive branded bikes too for experience. Amazing video as always, Sir Luke.

[@boyacki]

Oh the funniest thing I've seen all year!!😂 Great recycling of baby gear, food and bib😅 really smooth and pleasing editing, I think I have my next holiday planned! I agree with the tradeoff but I think the penalties and compromises are worth it for a taste of what the pros live and breathe. The sensations of speed alone is so addictive I feel the price is reasonable. Also, an endurance is still a compromise imo as it's jack of all, master of none. Becoming a stronger far outweighs the performance of the gear, my 10 pence!

[@core2zero]

there are some fruit puree in that same baby food format, and they are delicious and have the ~100cal too, and way cheaper than a gel

[@sjoerdvisser76]

Those empty gel packets are a nuisance indeed. And 9 times out of 10 it is from the brand SiS (at least where I ride). Perhaps they can start some kind of customer education program? Or have them use biodegradable baguettes! 🥖🥖🥖 Keep up the great content!

[@paulsymons562]

Have that groupset on my good bike and the Ultegra and 105 versions on others. All of them work beautifully and reliably. Never felt I needed anything electronic.

[@joostw-69]

Like this style format for the video. It’s refreshing between all the Ali videos, which I also like. I have a Synapse with DA 9120 and also de HG64 wheels. The roughness you experienced is part of the SystemSix frame, fork, seatpost and the width the tyres. The HG SL 64 wheels with 30 Vittoria Corsa tyres are great here in the Netherlands. For climbing I use wheels with max 40 mm width. 🥖

[@kt31166]

Hey Luke great video as always! So I think running cable housing through the bike is frame dependent. I have a 2021 Yoeleo I built up and it does not have cable stops. It was designed to have the housing run through it. Caught me way off guard because until then I had only seen that on mountain bikes as the norm. You mentioned that it seems more difficult to set up a bike this way which yes you need dampener material etc but once set up, replacing a cable has never been easier! Happy riding! 🥖🥖🥖🥖

[@PaceGalore]

Love the vlog-style type of video! Also frame housing all the way through the frame for me. Quieter, smoother and just better overall shifting performance. Try it out on your next build 🥖🥖

[@steveindorset]

LOL! What a great vid Luke! Majorca looks lovely. Vid was So different to your usual (and very enjoyable) reviews of all the latest products from Ching, Chang & Chong. Soon as the B’Clip came on I spotted the red nail varnish and got a little worried! 😳 But good save with the Duran fancy dress pic. Nice to see you’re still a slightly nutty bloke.😁😎👍🏻 🥖🥖🥖

[@TraceVelo]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@LawrenceSeetoh]

thank you Luke, i hope you had a good trip with the family annd thank you, I do like the different format. Keep the red nails, its a good look

[@spirospandis975]

I also run the housing all the way through. Have a fully mechanical group-set and brake system on a fully integrated cockpit and frame... Have had no issues! Semi-mechanical brakes are not perfect but they do the job :)

[@trickyrickymtb5622]

Always route the housing, once in place, cable changes are super easy. I've even modded frames that are not designed for this, to make it possible.

[@grantnyenes3742]

Great cycling Luke, I’ll be there in 4 weeks. The heat and humidity is mental, best to set off at sunrise each day..

[@TraceVelo]

Yeah I should definitely have set of earlier 🤣

[@huggcycles1545]

The lighthouse is my next on the bucket list! Awesome!

[@Deljonoman]

Loved the video as always and the more like this the better!

[@TraceVelo]

Glad you enjoyed!

[@chrisbuttine6869]

My wife was issued the system six as her team race bike this season with Dura Ace 60mm wheels. She too found it the most punishing ride she ever had and only used it for races. She continued to train on her Factor O2, which was her previous team’s training bike.

[@davidtam1518]

Love the vlog format. I think you should go on more cycling vacations ;)

[@trevorkirk413]

Excellent video Luke, more please!

[@martinoporto8676]

Hola Luke! Te escribo desde Argentina. Espero que estés llevando tu paternidad lo mejor posible, sé que debe ser muy difícil al principio. Mucho éxito en esta segunda mitad del año!

[@jensenhealey907efi]

I really enjoyed this video. I live in the USA and my dream is to visit and ride in the roads in Majorca someday. Thanks Luke!!!

[@Vixen1525]

*Mallorca

[@aveedub7403]

🥖🥖🥖🥖🥖Hi Luke, another welcome slice of Trace Velo! hope the holiday was enjoyable and your daughter endured the journey and stay without any problems. It was nice to see her since she was last on cam, they grow so fast! Love the video's you produce, I actually have no problem in what format you present, be it "in the studio", vlogs or away on hols! 😂😂😂🥖🥖🥖🥖🥖🥖🥖🥖🥖 just keep up the efforts please! It was interesting to know how much bike hire cost in Majorca as in the past I've travelled with my own bikes which impacts luggage quotas when using a plastic hard case! Presume you had you own pedals with you? Looking forward to the next video with anticipation! Great stuff Geezer, the photographers pics were ruddy brilliant! 🐐🐐🐐🐐🐐🐐🐐🐐

[@adderhoney]

This was a great video. Thanks for posting it.

[@StephenMacpherson-ni4yu]

Did that exact same thing back in October 21. Even got the photos from the roadside photographer on Cap de Formentor. The rental bike was a Rose. German brand. Epic roads 👍

[@TraceVelo]

Yeah it was incredible, I need to go back ASAP! Perhaps i can swing another trip in October 🤣

[@chrisparky]

This will be the most honest review of the system6 you will see on the internet.

[@frostytf2]

I just built a BXT frame and ran 105 12 speed mechanical cable outers through the frame like you mentioned. Shifts pretty great!