Originally Posted by
LeeG
I dislike the spoke holder because that's where I want to rest my foot to tuck in cuffs or tie shoes before getting on the bike. They strike me like vinyl covered roof on a car simulates a convertible. It's a silly anachronism from a time when rims and spokes weren't as strong. Stuff attached to the bike is there for frequent use, bottle holder, pump, etc.
I just thought this was funny to hear on a touring forum.... since the idea is to attach to your bike pretty much everything you need to survive.