The shimano sora 3500 9 speed sti dual levers are the ideal shifters for anyone looking for the renowned shimano technology in a pair of shifters without having to break the bank in the process the sora prides itself at being the perfect balance of performance and comfort the sora levers themselves are made from super soft rubber for easy going on your hands and thanks to the shape the shifters allow easy braking and shifting regardless of your hand position perf