I would like to run ISPEC shifters with some XT brakes as I find my SRAM shifters very clunky.

Can I run Shimano XT shifters with SRAM derailers?

generally no.

SRAM did make some with names ‘rocket’ etc that worked with shimano kit by having a different pull ratio but ‘X’ type stuff isn’t it.

No

Thanks, thats a shame.

I think the front SRAM mech will be fine with Shimano shifters, if that helps…

Front yes, rear no

If Ive got to change the rear mech and probably cassette plus of course the shifters, may as well for a group set. Guess I need to save for another couple of months.

Thanks for all the help.