Strong mid-range
For many riders, Shimano 105 is the point where shifting, braking and durability become seriously good without immediately moving to Ultegra or Dura-Ace budgets.
Comparison
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Canyon
Strong if you want serious shifting and braking quality without immediately moving to premium groupsets.
Price information and budget ranges are separate from the editorial rating.
Canyon
Strong if you want serious shifting and braking quality without immediately moving to premium groupsets.
Price information and budget ranges are separate from the editorial rating.
Giant
Strong if you want serious shifting and braking quality without immediately moving to premium groupsets.
Price information and budget ranges are separate from the editorial rating.
Trek
Strong if you want serious shifting and braking quality without immediately moving to premium groupsets.
Price information and budget ranges are separate from the editorial rating.
Cube
Strong if you want serious shifting and braking quality without immediately moving to premium groupsets.
Price information and budget ranges are separate from the editorial rating.
Van Rysel
Strong if you want serious shifting and braking quality without immediately moving to premium groupsets.
Price information and budget ranges are separate from the editorial rating.
