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03-05-24, 04:57 PM

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georges1

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Originally Posted by zymphad

Bought a groupset and new frame for a new bike build in 2024. I was saddened by how limited options were if you didn't want disc brakes. The industry is really hard set in telling customer what they can and can't use.

Also really impressed how out of control cycling prices are for the privilege of using disc brakes I don't want to use. Truly mind boggling so many people like this new trend in cycling. Overly complicated things to do simple function with extreme price tags.

Maybe buying a vintage frame from the early 1990's or early 2000's or having a custom made frame is much more interesting and offering you more options.

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