I envy those who get alot of ride time. I've never met a truly happy rich man...thus I have no desire to belong to any sort of higher class. As for maturing...I'm trying, but I don't figure it's gonna happen any time soon...so don't hold your breath.
I think I'm just misunderstood, IGH. I jest, I jab, but I love my MTB brethren...all of them. I would give you the shirt off my back on the trail w/o a second thought.
I take pot shots at the 29er fad to keep my own passion (the 26er) alive. Though I know that 26 will not die. Can you imagine a NWD 29er video?

Gnarly freeride uphill action, Brah!
I suppose it's my fault that people take me seriously when I jab...though they could just roll their eyes and not be so serious on the webz.
Cheers