If we got rid of all the recurring topics, there'd be nothing left.

I will admit that if I were running for Mayor of Commutervile, BF I would ride a Surly Cross Check (that I bought used on craigslist) with a Brooks B-17 saddle, Schwalbe Marathon Plus tires, PB Superflash taillight, Magic Shine headlight and Planet Bike Cascadia fenders, and I would go to great lengths to avoid taking a position on the backpack/messenger bag/pannier issue. The centerpiece of my campagin would be denouncing people who ride on sidewalks, drive SUVs or talk on cell phones.