I like Shimano.... but I'm also the guy that got flamed for being too "trendy" and liking the "image of my bike"... Not to mention, other things which tubenet cyclists didn't like...
I ride 100+ miles a week (except for very recently), and have very little problems with shimano stuff.
My bike has Shimano components ... or it did the last time I knew where it was .... I REALLY need to lube/air it up and get out on the road again! Thanks for the reminder.
Steve Inman
Yamaha YEB-381 Eb
Conn 56J CC
Willson-Marzan CC Solo Model
Kokomo Chamber Brass