Wow, had no clue that there was some serious dislike, perhaps even hatred towards Campagnolo by so many! It is just bike stuff, folks.
I dislike Shimano's and Sram's execution on their brifters. I really like Campagnolo's setup as it really works with my head and hands. Have always used barends and downtube shifters up to this year, then went to Campy 11 speed at the insistence of my son. Now, after 1500 miles of use, I am really sold on brifters, and will consider them on my new touring rig when Campy has something available that can get the lows a loaded touring machine often requires. I don't walk climbs, I ride them.