Originally Posted by base2

Sora is fine for those that don't know any better. Not that there is a problem with them or anything. They work just fine. It's that there are so many better shifters out there that are smoother, more refined, weigh less, etc...I really like the ergonomics of the hood shape. But the shifter action drove/drives me nuts in a way I still can't quite put my finger on.

Every so often I build up a bike with a Sora group I've got kicking around because the hoods feel so "right" to my hands. Within about 6 rides though, I'm installing something different...Maybe I have "Princess & the Pea" syndrome.

I say get them if they're a good deal. Especially for a budget flatbar to road bar conversion. But be realistic in your expectations. They are second from the bottom in Shimanos' line up.