There's always those who want to steal others energy to make themselves feel good about themselves and justify the ridiculous amount so cash they dumped into their bikes and wardrobe. I ride a 20 year old aluminum trek 1100 with a granny gear. It's in great shape and I keep it well maintained. I haven't ridden for years and just got back into the sport and I lost count on how many debates I get into with guys that are overweight riding the lightest bikes they get their hands on. Shaving ounces with $300 saddles etc when dropping a meal once in a would shave pounds not ounces. I know they are *ssholes and if appropriate I just tell them so. Mostly I ignore them.