Originally Posted by
rmfnla
It's because "somebody" apparently has more experience that you and took the time to point out the error in calling something traditional that really isn't.
I've been riding "good" bikes for about 35 years (since high school) so trust me, you ain't seen it all. Back than all bikes were wrapped from the bar center down; that was how it was done in Italy so of course that was how we did it here.
JBD's 30-year old Follis is a good example; have you even heard of Follis?
JBD, is it the candy-apple red? I always loved that color!
Wow, what a jackass. Have you ever heard of that? I was trying to be helpful, and was-- you tried to act like a know-it-all snob, and did. Nice work.
I never said that "I seen it all," professsor-- you did. I love you retro guys-- can't think of a nice word for anyone that doesn't admire the same shiny junk as you. Well you sure showed me, pop-- I'm real real sorry that I tangled with such a guru.
It's traditional where I come from. In 15 years I've never seen otherwise, and that's traditional enough for me. Like most people without much brains, you attack a minor semantic point rather than making any real argument. I hope you feel better for it. I can tell from your impeccable writing that you are a real scholar, and thus would know that "traditional" is a vague term, which is why I chose it. It tends to be tied to regional or demographic practice, so I am technically correct. If you want to imitate Italian practice, go ahead...it can be 'tradition' for you to do so.
Next time engage your brain before you type, and back your ego off a bit-- I know that you probably think of yourself as a big cheese 'round here, but to me you're just a self-righteous blowhard.