Originally Posted by
mazdaspeed
Why own a racing bike and not race it?
+1.
The odds are low that you'll break your frame. It happens but not that often.
If replacing your frame would be financially devastating, then you need a cheaper bike.
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You could fall off a cliff and die.
You could get lost and die.
You could hit a tree and die.
OR YOU COULD STAY HOME AND FALL OFF THE COUCH AND DIE.