Originally Posted by Feltup
Because it makes a statement; it tells people that you are a good rider with better than average skills.
Really? This is my first mountain bike. Glad to know what to do when I want others to
think I have some skills.
I really wanted to get some better components, but I also had to buy two bikes. One for me, and one for my wife. She got a Hardrock Sport. So, I compromised. If I break stuff, I will replace it with nicer stuff.