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From: Lake Geneva, WI
Bikes: Ridley Helium SLX, Canyon Endurance SL, De Rosa Professional, Eddy Merckx Corsa Extra, Schwinn Paramount (1 painted, 1 chrome), Peugeot PX10, Serotta Nova X, Simoncini Cyclocross Special, Raleigh Roker, Pedal Force CG2 and CX2
Originally Posted by
John E
This is something I have always done in my personal life (see signature). I have been sick of the throwaway society for decades. I admittedly worked in advance development in the semiconductor industry for 35 years and helped make various electronic products and systems obsolete, but bicycles? major appliances? cars? I get far more satisfaction from keeping a well-engineered, well-built car, bicycle, or appliance working than from trashing it and buying a new one.
I agree. I don't plan to immediately sell a bike I've just refurbished, so taxes are not an issue. I do get a great level of satisfaction from taking a used and neglected bike and giving it a second life. It's a relaxing mental challenge to source replacement components and make the adjustments needed to deliver a quality riding experience.
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When I ride my bike I feel free and happy and strong. I'm liberated from the usual nonsense of day to day life. Solid, dependable, silent, my bike is my horse, my fighter jet, my island, my friend. Together we will conquer that hill and thereafter the world.
Last edited by Barrettscv; 09-21-16 at 09:34 AM.