Puts on cranky old man voice:
In my day, even the death stems had a 38 year service life. So don't talk to me about craftsmanship, kid!
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A race bike in any era is a highly personal choice that at its "best" balances the requirements of fit, weight, handling, durability and cost tempered by the willingness to toss it and oneself down the pavement at considerable speed. ~Bandera