Originally Posted by
MrMittens
Outmoded? Passe? Downright archaic? To actually believe in the power of the rider and not the bike in this day and age? I can honestly say that I've never looked for that extra edge in equipment to keep at the front of the pack with my friends or passing folks on the road and on centuries. I have happily ridden a mountain bike for the entirety of my road cycling life until recently and excuse my hubris but it's made me a damn strong rider.
Sorry 'bout the rant, but does anyone else feel strongly about this?
you're either a romantic or naive. if you choose to limit yourself to your current bike because in your mind you will prove that your strength and skill are superior, i think that is respectable. as long as you acknowledge that there are indeed serious technical advances that you are actively choosing to forgo.
i swing blades at the golf course and don't carry a single wood or driver, well aware that i would have a much easier time if i chose clubs that are more forgiving. and i do it for the challenge.