For one, I've allready bought the rear derailleur (i was originally intending full 9 speed setup) but also for aesthetics, It's a lugged steel frame and wanted to keep something of a classic look about it - So I'm trying to stick to roadie bits, lots of chrome and silver - MTB parts don't work so well in this regard. The RD-2300 looks good in this regard - Would worry about the quality though as it's bottom of the range stuff (I know tiagra's not much better)
For one, I've allready bought the rear derailleur (i was originally intending full 9 speed setup) but also for aesthetics, It's a lugged steel frame and wanted to keep something of a classic look about it - So I'm trying to stick to roadie bits, lots of chrome and silver - MTB parts don't work so well in this regard. The RD-2300 looks good in this regard - Would worry about the quality though as it's bottom of the range stuff (I know tiagra's not much better)