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Join Date: Mar 2010
Location: SoCal
Posts: 325
Bikes: SL6 S Works Tarmac, 7 series Trek Madone, Saris Hammer Smart Trainer, Eddie Merckx, Ciocc, Trek 5900, DeRosa, Peugot, Diverge Gravel
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Buying expensive bikes and parts
I have always purchased the best bike I could afford (for 40 years). I currently at 79 ride with riders in their 50's and early 60's who will try to hammer you to death. I have a coach and do lots of intervals on a smart trainer / Zwift. I have lots of "last" bikes; my current bike is an S-works Tarmac with disc brakes and Sram 24 speed. I do not believe you can buy a $200 bike and ride with competitive cyclists. Expensive bikes are light, strong and handle well and safely at high speeds.