New Shimano 8 speed groupset with brifters.

[Retrorockit]

Shimano has a new budget 8 speed entry level groupset for gravel, trail, and light mtb/ touring use.
The cassette is 11-45t 8 speed 11,13,15,18,22,27,35,45t.
The derailleur is a GS cage Shadow derailleur (not Shadow+) but has a "clutch type" feature. I don't think there is a lever.
There is also an 8 speed drop barbrake/ shifter with classic HG cable pull (not CUES) and cable brakes. So none of that silly hydraulic crap.
https://www.pinkbike.com/news/shimano-releases-new-drivetrain-with-8-gears.html

 

[ishaw]

What is this witchcraft?

Next they will add a double then triple ring, 9sp and the circle will be complete.

They sounded a bit Darth Vader.