Originally Posted by
greaterbrown
there really is nothing very complicated about a bicycle. like most machines, incompatibility can make a whole host of problems.
but, if you've got the right stuff to hang on it, a bike build up is commonsensical, relaxing and fun (IMO).
BTW NR I've likely got the 25th- 4th off. Some LD? -GB
Yep. I agree with your synopsis, but there are some folks who don't seem to have (or want to have) the mechanical skills to do their own work. If everyone did, bike shops would be like WallyMarts focused on selling.
LD? Yes, sir! Maybe I -can- get a few more miles in before the end of the year. Heck, GB, get some studded tires (mine are coming tomorrow) and we'll go up into the mountains. I'll drive.