Originally Posted by big chainring

Funny article. I agree with the author. The face of cycling has changed. "Bicycling" articles from the 70's were about touring. Making your own bags. Making panniers from 5 gal gas cans (really, that was an actual article). Much more of a hands on, self reliant, casual approach to riding and enjoying the outdoors. I miss that aspect of cycling. Who knows, it may come back. Till then I can jump into a group ride on Sundays, hold on to a wheel, and ride like bloody hell.