Originally Posted by
BluesDawg
Whichever you like better for whatever reason you like it better. Both are fine component groups.
While I agree with what
BluesDawg has written, I have Shimano on my commute bike (Ultegra) and SRAM on my club ride bike (Force) and overall (everything considered) I prefer the SRAM.
That said, it's your purchase, your bike. You try both and then decide which is best for you.
Rick / OCRR