Originally Posted by
noglider
Perhaps it's my own issues, but I find some of Peter White's articles annoying, including that one. I did enjoy reading a lot of his thoughts on other cycling matters, and I'm still glad he shares his opinions, even if I don't always agree.
I guess what I don't like is the whole guru fitter idea. Same thing that bugs be about master wheelbuilders. The old rules of thumb, and fit calculators, and fit charts and formulas
are useful. Ultimately all anyone or anything can do is get you to a starting place. From there you have to find what works for you. the traditional ROT will get you to a reasonable starting place.