Originally Posted by hacker44240

I'm one of those who feels like the compact geometry "just feels better". I think that what we have seen is not just a fad. It's because they're better. Have you watched the pro riders switching over in the past few years? From a few riding them to now about 2/3. They get custom built frames so are not doing it just because the sponsors give them to them. Who gives a care about what it lools like? Isn't it about function?