Originally Posted by Maelstrom
Bikes are big purchases. Not only are they an investment in money but sometimes, if you find you love it, it is time and emotion (some people get really attached
) I am definately a gut buyer. I tend to overthink things when in the end bike stuff is pretty simple. (hindsight is 20x20) Now I just need something and go with my gut. It works out that I am happier this way and not so stressed about what is perfect. I have 2 2002 bikes both which I bought in 2003 or 2004, 2002 parts and nothing above LX. To some people these are 2 crappy low end bikes. But they are my rides, they work and make me happy. Thats all that matters
i think the same way realy; i have a floor limit of £400 when buying a bike and i'm allways happy with what i get, personal enjoyment is what riding its all about and not about cost or ability