Originally Posted by
smd4
Unless you don't mind riding crap, this generally isn't a hobby/sport for the frugally-minded.
This reminds me of the snotty kids I used to race against years ago whose mommies and daddies bought them full Super-Record Olmos, Rossins, and Colnagos who would scoff and snicker at my old beat-up Suntour-equipped Raleigh. Felt good to beat them every so often.