Where to buy 2005 Shimano 105/Ultegra brifter hoods?
My hoods were degrading too causing me to get black rubber on my hands after every ride.

I called Shimano and they said that they no longer support the ST-5500 lever and they do not carry any replacement parts.

I called Hudz, and they said that they do not have hoods that are compatible.

A STOPGAP SOLUTION: Rub your hoods with baby powder. It makes them much less sticky, and no more black residue.