Joined: Feb 2006
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From: Lake Geneva, WI
Bikes: Ridley Helium SLX, Canyon Endurance SL, De Rosa Professional, Eddy Merckx Corsa Extra, Schwinn Paramount (1 painted, 1 chrome), Peugeot PX10, Serotta Nova X, Simoncini Cyclocross Special, Raleigh Roker, Pedal Force CG2 and CX2
Bikes as a fashion statement? Worst things could happen.
I'm often impressed when I see bikes used as everyday transportation by average people. I've seen this in China, Germany and other parts of Europe.
The most popular bikes used is Munich or Shanghai is the upright single speed with a full chainguard.
Maybe these riders simply need a bulletproof ride to work that keeps them reasonable clean & dry.
Michael
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When I ride my bike I feel free and happy and strong. I'm liberated from the usual nonsense of day to day life. Solid, dependable, silent, my bike is my horse, my fighter jet, my island, my friend. Together we will conquer that hill and thereafter the world.