My first tractor was a Kubota Glide Shift. It is basically the same as a synchronized shuttle except it has a hydraulic auto clutch. You shift gears on the go and you didn't even have to stop for range changes, though, it took a little longer lag time as it auto changed ranges. I loved it in open country, brush cutting fields and such but it was not as good in my opinion as a regular gear drive synchro/shuttle shift. To work in tight spots you still have to use the clutch to control the tractor. And, when you shuttle into reverse, you are going to be going surprising quicker in reverse than you might expect. I have this shuttle issue with all the shuttle drives I have owned. Speed control in forward and reverse is unmatched by the HST tranny. So, we both know about Bobcats poor HST performance, so if you need a lot of back and forth or work in tight places then it may be worth slugging it out. If not and you will be working in more open areas or transporting material, etc. the shuttles work well.