Originally Posted by
achoo
Nor should the OP go for the retro-grouch, anti-roadie look just for the sake of being a retro-grouch anti-roadie.

Exactly! Choose your own biking adventure! Make your own kool-aid!
Mine is flavored with: heat treated steel and lugs, craigslist scores, durability, leather saddles, 650b, loaded touring, moustache bars, commuting, waxed canvas, cork, hemp, and self maintenance. And many miles of smiles.
Your kool-aid flavor may vary.