Originally Posted by
MikeDeason
All I can say is I believe the biggest performance gains will come from upgrading from box store flat bars to a carbon drop bar with good components.
I can already hang close with many of the hardcore roadie’s who used to blow past me. If the tires make that much of a difference I’m going to be a cycling giant in my city.
You description of how you view a select group of cyclists is sure to make for entertaining threads in the coming months.
Good job in setting up a 'me vs them' conflict, now that your insane bike purchase process is nearing a close. You definitely need a new general theme and that one is sure to provide plenty of back and forth discussion on here.