Originally Posted by
wolfchild
Gravel riding has evolved into an elitist snob activity which requires taking out a mortgage to finance purchasing all types of special "gravel specific equipment, clothing and items "...It's not about the challenge and enjoyment., it's become a fashion show for the newest " gravel specific trends " .
On the plus side, mortgage rates are still at historic lows, so financing that joyless elitist snob pageantry has never been easier!