Originally Posted by
Koyote
Sure, I get that. But you’re missing a key part of my post: these are posters why seem pretty concerned with money. They come here apparently hoping to be told that it will be well spent – that will make them much faster.
If I weren’t racing, or at least trying to regularly keep up with fast riders, and I wasn’t made of money, the last thing I’d be considering is an upgrade from a pretty good wheelset to a super duper wheelset — as an example. I’m guessing that some of those folks could gain as much speed by simply buying an aero jersey.
So no problem with those who spend their money differently than you? I mean some folks just like top of the line gear for whatever reason. Does anyone think twice about people who, for instance, choose to buy photographic gear above their "level"?
By the way, I think it's dumb that the average mediocre rider will gain in any meaningful way from gear. And to seek validation from others about these sort of decisions is also dumb. Everyone should spend their money however they want and not worry about "speed' or other's approval. Do it for enjoyment and motivation.