The thread is still up so the age of it is really irrelevant. Not that I owe an explanation but my post was more about just getting a bike and start riding. I didn't post expecting anyone to purchase a Vilano or Columbia bike. Telling someone like me that just wants to ride recreationally they need an expensive bike is discouraging. I would think you would want to encourage people to bike. I'm predominantly a runner who logs about 18 miles per week. I then ride my bike another 40 miles because it helps my lower back. The original thread attracted my attention because it mentioned Vilano which is a bike I have been considering. I didn't join the forum just to post a response. I joined the forum to learn more about biking. All I've learned so far is that there is not much education about biking occurring here. I probably made a mistake joining. Thankfully all you need in running is a pair of shoes (or not).