$10,000 to have any bike, what would you guys buy?

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12-18-11, 04:13 PM

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Look 695... this would be a do-it-all race/traiining bike. Buy used, with SRAM Red... Couple sets of 404's for race day wheels... SRM...

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12-18-11, 10:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Higher Class

I would replace my pedals and forks. Then I would get a nice wheelset, full Campy, nice shoes, a personal trainer, a nutritionist, and a massage therapist. I'd rather be fast than flourished.

I think you're overestimating the purchasing power of $10K. A good trainer alone will eat up much of that in a year.

12-19-11, 05:46 AM

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for me, A new Scott Foil R2 with Red and a Colnago EPQ also with Red. Maybe throw in a pair of Novembers. (both matte black/gray

12-19-11, 09:06 AM

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I'd buy a Walmart Schwinn and use the rest of the money to pay off some debt

12-19-11, 09:14 AM

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I'd buy a Walmart Schwinn and use the rest of the money to pay off some debt

Didn't you already do this? Plus, for the average person throwing around 10k on a bike probably doesn't have much deabt to contend with or sooo much debt that paying off 10 grand is useless.

12-19-11, 09:53 AM

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why are Time and Look bikes so expensive?

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12-19-11, 10:21 AM

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Originally Posted by ilovecycling

Without starting a debate on financial responsibility, I'd like to say that some people would rather have a $20k car and a $10k bike than just a $30k car. If it brings someone pride and joy and motivates them to ride more, there's nothing wrong with spending that kind of $ on a bike. People spend a lot more on silly things that don't benefit their health whatsoever. Hell, some people can blow $10k on beer and pot in a year. It's all about what you value and what you want to spend your money on.

Wow, you totally described me!