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06-03-23, 03:54 PM

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Originally Posted by baj32161

Don't get me wrong, I love tech but, for the riding I do (exercise, fun and peace & quiet) I don't see any need get the latest tech

I like my clinchers with tubes and my rim brakes. They're easier to maintain and fix while on the road.

I have no real need get disc brakes, tubeless tires, internal cable routing, etc

I am currently riding a 2010 Specialized Tricross Comp with with I am extremely happy. About the highest tech it has on it are Shimano 105 STI and I'm okay with that.

That isn't at all what retrogrouch means.
Where is the 'grouch' in your post? Simy not wanting newer tech doesn't make one a retrogrouch.
Being angry about new tech, telling people they are doing it wrong by using new tech, etc- that is retrogrouching.

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