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The film critic Roger Ebert explained his criteria for reviewing films. I believe it was something like "What does the film attempt to do, and how well does it achieve this." I think this can be applied to bicycles and to an extent bike purchases; "What are the builders trying to achieve, and how well do they achieve it?" and "What is the buyer trying to achieve with this purchase, and how well does the purchase achieve this?" Within this framework all fair criticism, both positive and negative can be presented. But people be all emotional and stuff; and egos, feelings and prejudices get in the way. On the other hand, it would be a pretty dull existence if life were cleansed of human emotions and foibles.
Bottom line: Follow your bliss. And if that involves chasing it on a bicycle; go, Go, GO!