Originally Posted by OldsCOOL

Do you ride the SS on challenging trails? We have an avid MTB area (being ski resort country) that produces pro and semi-pro riders. There is a guy here in town that rides SS offroad exclusively. My being a thorobred roadie, have a difficult time completely giving myself to enjoying even a 3x7 Trek out on our brutal hills. I get the Fixie/SS roadies but the SS MTB thing is a bit archaic if not herculean in nature. I find my MTB more enjoyable than the trainer this winter and perhaps a better platform for spring conditioning on our many hills.