[JohnMcL7]

I've just got XT Di2 1x11 installed on my Stache and the shifter is in the default configuration with the larger paddle changing to easier gears and the smaller one changing to harder gears which seems closest to a standard mechanical shifter. I've only tried a few shifts so far but I seem to be instinctively using them the opposite way which may be down to the fact the two parts of the shifter are arranged horizontally rather than vertically as they are on the mechanical shifter.

While the obvious solution would be to keep going and see how well it works, I find changing control scheme when you're partially familiar with it is more difficult than getting it right first time so I'm curious to see what people find works better to decide whether I should reverse the shifter to start with.

 

[flashpunk]

You should try:
Right side shifts outboard
Left side shifts inboard

 

[DethWshBkr]

I've just got XT Di2 1x11 installed on my Stache and the shifter is in the default configuration with the larger paddle changing to easier gears and the smaller one changing to harder gears which seems closest to a standard mechanical shifter. I've only tried a few shifts so far but I seem to be instinctively using them the opposite way which may be down to the fact the two parts of the shifter are arranged horizontally rather than vertically as they are on the mechanical shifter.

While the obvious solution would be to keep going and see how well it works, I find changing control scheme when you're partially familiar with it is more difficult than getting it right first time so I'm curious to see what people find works better to decide whether I should reverse the shifter to start with.

Truly whatever you want. Try it! It's just a few clicks of a mouse to change the paddles. I tried numerous settings with X1/X2 and Y1/Y2, but ended up making click #1 on the large paddle downshift, and click #1 on the little paddle upshift, with both of them being unlimited shifts per click. Both paddles' click #2 is set for nothing.
I DID find I like to run the paddles very far out, and at a pretty long stagger to each other.

 

[JohnMcL7]

You should try:
Right side shifts outboard
Left side shifts inboard

That's what I'm thinking as well so I've swapped it over and will give it a go.

 

[crank1979]

I'm running 2x11 XT Di2. I have mine set up so that the larger paddle is easier on both shifters, smaller paddle harder gears on both shifters. Being able to set it up how you like is excellent. Originally my front derailleur shifter was set up with small paddle being easier and the large paddle harder.

 

[Pedalon2018]

I'm running 2x11 XT Di2. I have mine set up so that the larger paddle is easier on both shifters, smaller paddle harder gears on both shifters. Being able to set it up how you like is excellent. Originally my front derailleur shifter was set up with small paddle being easier and the large paddle harder.

i played with two shifters but settled on Syncro Shift and put the left shifter to bed. It is so easy to change what switch does what, just play.

 

[JohnMcL7]

Unfortunately it's still wet and muddy here so no chance to take the Di2 equipped STache out yet and see how it feels.

 

[Pedalon2018]

Your Di2 XT plays well in mud but I understand the reluctance to send her out on the messy days called Spring.

 

[JohnMcL7]

It's not the Di2 I'm worried about, even that fat bike was struggling to get through some of the mud last week it was that heavy so the Stache would have no chance.

 

[Pedalon2018]

Got it. Hate that thick gooey stuff.

 

[crank1979]

i played with two shifters but settled on Syncro Shift and put the left shifter to bed. It is so easy to change what switch does what, just play.

I didn't like syncro shift and don't have any problems with a 2x style dropper lever. It sounded good on paper but I don't always shift from big/small at the front in the same gear on the rear.

 

[randum]

i am jelly of your setup

 

[JohnMcL7]

I've had a few rides now and definitely like the bigger shifter on the right going to a higher gear and the one on the left going to the lower gears. It all works well although it's the light touch to change gears I like the most unexpectedly, I'm tempted now to fit it to the fat bike.