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Old 03-11-04 | 04:59 PM
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Bikes: Lemond Victoire, Cannondale.Mountain Bike, two 1980s lugged steel Treks, ancient 1980-something Giant mountain bike converted into a slick tired commuter with mustache handlebars, 1960-something Raleigh Sports

Bike Guilt

Has anyone every felt weird about buying "too much bike?" Sort of like a guy who's driven a Honda Civic all his life suddenly driving a Ferrari? I have the chance to buy a great ti road bike at a very good price, but I almost feel like my skills just don't warrant such a fine machine. I ride a lot of long, leisurely miles. I've toured all over the US and Europe, and regularly participate in centuries and fund raisers. But as someone who has no intention of racing or mixing it up with the local club hammerheads, I can just imagine feeling like a duded up drug store cowboy every time I saddle up. I realize this is all kind of nutty, but I can't be the only one who's ever felt this way (Or maybe I am). If you've ever felt like this or dealt with this, I'd like to know how you handled it.
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