why i bought mine in order of purchase:

1 1996 Trek 820 Beacuse my brother had one when he was in college....
2 1998 trek52000 because i liked my trek and needed a faster bike...and lance rode one
4 2004 (Son's) trek Grommet because i wanted him to be like me.
3 2006 (Wife's) Trek 7100 because she knew the brand since i had 2
4 2008 (Son's) Specialized Hotrock the rebellion has started.
5 2008 (daughters) GT Lola only girls bikes with black tires my require ment and flowers and a basket her requirements. Rebellion gathers forces Local trek shop closed doors.
6 2008 Fuji touring No more brand loyalty but loyal to my bike shop. they are a more important relationship.