Originally Posted by clutchy

Traditionally, I would scoff at the prospect of paying that amount of money for a pretty decent cycle(Lemond Sarthe), but the more I think about it the more I'm confused by my rationalization for spending that amount of money.

Yes, it's fun. Yes, it's good for me. but $1700? I've been riding on an older bike for awhile now, and I want something with better brakes, wheels, frame.... well pretty much everything needs to work better.



Typically I'll take steps to get where I want, like a cheap trek, then a better bike, then what I actually want... but this time I really just want to get there so i don't have to spend anymore money.


Did you justify your bike purchase? or did you not even consider the cost? I'm struggling here...