Originally Posted by
AlmostTrick
Maybe the only point is that non-competitive riders, or those who don't actually race, don't need fancy high dollar bikes to have fun... or even to "keep up", speed wise. If so, I agree. Doesn't mean there can't be other reasons for spending a lot on a bike.
That's kinda what I got from this video. I didn't get the sense that the guy is trashing people who buy expensive ultra light bikes. It seems he's more concerned that manufacturers are pushing the idea that riders NEED them, and that new riders are being misled in this way.
And he's right in saying that Nobody NEEDS a $3000 racing bike for recreational riding. But if you WANT one, go for it. At that price you're getting one heck of a nice ride, so if you've got the scratch why not?