Originally Posted by
scheibo
Just scheduled a fitting on Tuesday as the first step replace my current bike. I'm kind of torn because I love my bike and fit,
as far as performance goes, fit and love trumps just about any upgrade you can do.
Originally Posted by
scheibo
but I feel I'm riding enough now that its time to 'level up'
I know pros who use Stages and Ultegra.
Originally Posted by
scheibo
and pimp out my steed.
I'm begging you, literally, not to say or write stuff like that.
Originally Posted by
scheibo
Thinking about dropping down a frame size,
you love your fit?
Originally Posted by
scheibo
upgrading to electronic shifting and carbon wheels. I can probably sell one of my current bikes to my brother, but I'm definitely still looking at a rather large bill. *gulp*
What is the typical amount of time (years/miles) people typically get out of their bikes? And what is the general depreciation rate?
as others have said spending money you don't want to on things you only think you might need is chasing after an improbable gain.