Originally Posted by
smd4
I may not be a competitive rider, but that doesn’t mean I don’t have a high performance bike. I’d never put a kickstand or a bell on my Cinelli. Nor would I ever park it in the garage. I have a rear wheel stand that works fine.
I don't have an expensive toy. I have a bike I use in the real world for real errands and occasional commutes. A kickstand would be very handy. As does a bell for where I ride. Like a lot of people I put my bike in a garage. Obviously you look down your nose at that. Does your bike have its own room? Do you tuck it into bed at night? Give it hot milk and kisses? You can worship your bike however you want. I ride mine and take care of it. I don't worship it.