Hi everyone, after a long time reading thought it was time to join in!

I recently put SRAM Force shifters/derailur on my road bike which had 105 as standard. I have small hands too (I ride an xs/44cm specialized frame) and I love it.

It took some getting used to as the 105 just had so much swing in the cables. There is next to no swing, I doubt even a cm. I had a lot of issues with the left shifter and the degree of swing was thought to excacerbate a sensitive neck problem.

I find the hood shape more comfortable as well.

The only downside I have found is that with the SRAM force you lose the option of trimming the front cogs. Being only new to cycling this confused me and i tended to get quite jammed on the big ring!

I also like the look as there is less cables happening but I prefer SRAM in terms of both function and fashion.