SRAM Red...

So I've taken a Cannondale EVO out for a spin a couple of times; the particular model comes with SRAM Red.  While it's annoying at first (relative to Shimano) it doesn't take too long to get used to their DoubleTap method of shifting.  I actually have grown to like the way that it works with the rear derailleurs/cassette when you're going up a hill and would like to shift to make the ride easier.  I just can't get over the front derailleur.  That thing just feels so mechanical and doesn't inspire a lot of confidence.  Maybe it wouldn't be so bad if you were just comparing it to a standard Shimano groupset but with the Ultegra Di2 products out now it's a big disparity.  Maybe the professional races love it because it's lightweight (or because they're sponsored to love it) but I can't imagine an amateur not going the electric route.

Someone just has to tell those frame manufacturers to do a better job hiding those Di2 batteries...