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Cross post from CP (because I didn't realise this thread existed)
I'm looking at buying my first geared road bike. Does anyone have any experience with the Giant Defy 2 Disc or the Cannondale Synapse Disc? Both have mechanical discs and a tiagra groupset, the Giant is a bit cheaper at £600 rather than £680 The idea of discs is appealing because it'll get used every day, whatever the weather, will I actually notice any improvement in braking in the wet over rim brakes? Also, is tiagra any good? Any other suggestions around the same price mark or general tips for choosing a road bike to use every day all year round?