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Forum: Road Cycling
05-02-24, 05:36 PM
Replies: 130
Views: 5,332
Posted By Atlas Shrugged

Watch out, we just finally had the latest anti...

Watch out, we just finally had the latest anti Trek thread die out after all the those who had no interest in buying a bike rant about how that would especially include a Trek. You risked starting...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-02-24, 10:23 AM
Replies: 113
Views: 1,974
Posted By Atlas Shrugged

Oh, what a shocker! Here we go again with the...

Oh, what a shocker! Here we go again with the same old tired story on these forums! It's like watching a broken record spin endlessly in the same spot. But hey, I'll admit, I'm probably not helping...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-01-24, 02:12 PM
Replies: 113
Views: 1,974
Posted By Atlas Shrugged

I allocate 4% of my time cycling and thus prepare...

I allocate 4% of my time cycling and thus prepare to dedicate an equivalent percentage of income. Typically, I replace my bikes every four years, but since I buy quality and sell the old ones after...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-01-24, 11:14 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 193
Posted By Atlas Shrugged

Welcome to the sport of cycling, where urban...

Welcome to the sport of cycling, where urban myths and unvalidated advice dominate. Luckily we now live in a time where access to factual information is at your fingertips. Charge from any USB...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-30-24, 08:33 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 1,365
Posted By Atlas Shrugged

I have been riding with a power meter for decades...

I have been riding with a power meter for decades and quickly found a correlation between VAM and power so that’s a measure that I used to help pace my efforts. Fortunately I have a few 3,000 ft...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-30-24, 04:56 PM
Replies: 225
Views: 9,372
Posted By Atlas Shrugged

The fact you have no interest in Trek probably...

The fact you have no interest in Trek probably bodes well for their future. Building bikes that consumers such as yourself would be interested in sounds like a Chapter 11 filing in progress.
Forum: Touring
04-27-24, 11:15 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,309
Posted By Atlas Shrugged

What in particular are other rack manufacturers...

What in particular are other rack manufacturers not making. If it is the Chrome-Moly you are referencing there is nothing special about this as it was mainly used as marketing hype BITD, almost every...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-22-24, 07:20 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 5,653
Posted By Atlas Shrugged

Over the 11 years or so since this thread was...

Over the 11 years or so since this thread was commented on I sure the patina has only got more endearing. Now is the op still riding is the question.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-19-24, 02:01 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,306
Posted By Atlas Shrugged

The number of ridiculous responses from people...

The number of ridiculous responses from people who have no clue but weigh in regardless was amazing. Great you were able to fix it as well as filter out the garbage.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-17-24, 08:49 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 3,504
Posted By Atlas Shrugged

How is this weld any uglier than a titanium weld?...

How is this weld any uglier than a titanium weld? As for when lugged production availability ended in Japan is impossible to answer since they are still available. ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-16-24, 08:06 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 3,504
Posted By Atlas Shrugged

Somehow I knew we were going to get to where this...

Somehow I knew we were going to get to where this thread becomes a anti TIG screed, unfortunately you had to take the shot as no one took the bait. I spent my summers in the early 70’s TIG welding...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-13-24, 10:37 PM
Replies: 225
Views: 9,372
Posted By Atlas Shrugged

Here is a guy who always plays the victim, his...

Here is a guy who always plays the victim, his teams always did him wrong. His teammates were never loyal. Had to leave the sport because of doping, although it’s been rampant since he entered the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-13-24, 10:16 PM
Replies: 125
Views: 6,703
Posted By Atlas Shrugged

Compared to what?

Compared to what?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-13-24, 06:42 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 669
Posted By Atlas Shrugged

I wouldn’t worry about facing that predicament...

I wouldn’t worry about facing that predicament for a while.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-12-24, 05:54 PM
Replies: 225
Views: 9,372
Posted By Atlas Shrugged

I have the same problem as Fiat is the nearest...

I have the same problem as Fiat is the nearest car dealership to me and never have the AMC Gremlin parts when I need them. I don’t know anyone who drives a Fiat so what the point of them being there.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-12-24, 10:46 AM
Replies: 225
Views: 9,372
Posted By Atlas Shrugged

So you start a thread stating why you will never...

So you start a thread stating why you will never buy a Trek, but you have no plans on buying another bike? This triggers a rehash of issues from almost 20 years ago.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-12-24, 10:01 AM
Replies: 225
Views: 9,372
Posted By Atlas Shrugged

True government logic, sue for 100 million, incur...

True government logic, sue for 100 million, incur 12 million in associated legal costs and settle out of court for 5 million. If you call that a win I have a bridge to sell you.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-12-24, 08:55 AM
Replies: 225
Views: 9,372
Posted By Atlas Shrugged

The takeaway from this thread is people who are...

The takeaway from this thread is people who are least likely to buy a new premium carbon bike will not purchase a Trek!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-08-24, 06:02 PM
Replies: 642
Views: 19,075
Posted By Atlas Shrugged

How about the annoying habit of being called out...

How about the annoying habit of being called out when spewing BS? After that complete fabrication, how can anything you say be taken seriously going forward? Or would you consider that a strawman...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-08-24, 04:21 PM
Replies: 642
Views: 19,075
Posted By Atlas Shrugged

Falsus in uno, falsus in omnibus!

Falsus in uno, falsus in omnibus!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-08-24, 04:06 PM
Replies: 642
Views: 19,075
Posted By Atlas Shrugged

It's unfortunate that the discussion regarding...

It's unfortunate that the discussion regarding the reasons behind the high cost of newer top-tier bikes is ending poorly. This could have been an interesting conversation about how this trend applies...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-07-24, 08:50 PM
Replies: 642
Views: 19,075
Posted By Atlas Shrugged

Truth may be stranger than fiction, but fiction...

Truth may be stranger than fiction, but fiction can weave tales that captivate the imagination beyond the boundaries of reality. Your story falls apart pretty rapidly, with an estimated 200km...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-07-24, 06:41 PM
Replies: 642
Views: 19,075
Posted By Atlas Shrugged

First contribution to this thread. ...

First contribution to this thread.


Approximately 50 other argumentative posts in between. Ending with this charmer.



None have anything to do with the actual topic of the thread of why are...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-06-24, 09:41 PM
Replies: 182
Views: 7,207
Posted By Atlas Shrugged

Actually just sell both of the bikes and pick up...

Actually just sell both of the bikes and pick up a Specialized Aethos and get the best of both worlds.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-06-24, 04:39 PM
Replies: 642
Views: 19,075
Posted By Atlas Shrugged

If riding for you, between getting ready, riding...

If riding for you, between getting ready, riding and cleaning up afterwards followed by going back on line posting in just over a hour, no wonder you view the sport and equipment different than most.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-06-24, 01:17 PM
Replies: 642
Views: 19,075
Posted By Atlas Shrugged

Perhaps another Factor (get the pun!) why the...

Perhaps another Factor (get the pun!) why the price increases have outstripped inflation (which is the same for almost all top tier consumer goods) is that BITD materials development costs were born...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-06-24, 12:20 PM
Replies: 642
Views: 19,075
Posted By Atlas Shrugged

To prevent this thread from shutting down and get...

To prevent this thread from shutting down and get things back to the original premise, I believe high-end bicycles are so expensive nowadays due to the following.

I'll say that there are a variety...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-06-24, 12:13 AM
Replies: 642
Views: 19,075
Posted By Atlas Shrugged

You are bordering on delusional if you are saying...

You are bordering on delusional if you are saying that a current endurance bike such as a S Works Roubaix is not better in every way for the average sporting cyclist than an equivalent 80’s era bike....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-05-24, 06:42 PM
Replies: 642
Views: 19,075
Posted By Atlas Shrugged

It's likely that what's confusing you is that...

It's likely that what's confusing you is that most people in the cycling community are open-minded and adjust their preferences as technology and information comes to light. They're not locked into...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-04-24, 04:57 PM
Replies: 608
Views: 21,888
Posted By Atlas Shrugged

That's a real stretch. Current premium tubeless...

That's a real stretch. Current premium tubeless tire sidewalls are as supple as regular clinchers, so that is not an issue, and I have never heard of a real grip difference between tubular and...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-04-24, 03:21 PM
Replies: 642
Views: 19,075
Posted By Atlas Shrugged

Many people who worked in bike shops or were...

Many people who worked in bike shops or were involved in the bicycle industry during that time can confirm the quality of that era. Any reputable shop needed the renowned Campagnolo Tool kit to...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-04-24, 10:43 AM
Replies: 642
Views: 19,075
Posted By Atlas Shrugged

Isn't it just the pinnacle of irony that we...

Isn't it just the pinnacle of irony that we nostalgically reminisce about the supposed glory days of Western-made goods during the 70s and 80s? I mean, come on, those decades were practically a...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-04-24, 10:23 AM
Replies: 642
Views: 19,075
Posted By Atlas Shrugged

The general trend is the "high end" in most...

The general trend is the "high end" in most consumer goods prices has outstripped inflation. Whether that is because of the costs of developing an innovation for those marginal gains or due to price...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-04-24, 10:03 AM
Replies: 642
Views: 19,075
Posted By Atlas Shrugged

During the time period mentioned, there were...

During the time period mentioned, there were hardly any costs associated with designing and developing bicycles. Basic materials were manufactured and developed by a handful of steel manufacturers...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-03-24, 03:46 PM
Replies: 3,252
Views: 423,440
Posted By Atlas Shrugged

Wow! I am lucky if I made it 30 days.

Wow! I am lucky if I made it 30 days.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-03-24, 10:53 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 667
Posted By Atlas Shrugged

Considering the overall cost of the tour, an...

Considering the overall cost of the tour, an upgrade of your drivetrain would be a small percentage of that. Getting a dedicated wide-range drivetrain would be money well spent; even MicroShift would...
Forum: Touring
03-31-24, 08:49 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 839
Posted By Atlas Shrugged

Work great. Thousands of miles, works as...

Work great. Thousands of miles, works as promised. Reliable, durable and easy to mount and remove. One feature people forget is the ease to carry when off the bike. Would purchase again 100%.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-27-24, 05:46 PM
Replies: 642
Views: 19,075
Posted By Atlas Shrugged

Fortunately, although I have been a cyclist since...

Fortunately, although I have been a cyclist since the mid-70s and road competitively for decades, I participated in spirited group rides for 40 years. I can't say that I have experienced the above as...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-27-24, 05:15 PM
Replies: 608
Views: 21,888
Posted By Atlas Shrugged

For example, Ineos has Shimano as a wheel sponsor...

For example, Ineos has Shimano as a wheel sponsor yet uses Meilenstein Obermeyer wheels on mountain stages to gain an advantage. Tire sponsors are another example where tires are regularly rebranded...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-27-24, 01:32 PM
Replies: 608
Views: 21,888
Posted By Atlas Shrugged

My bad, lost myself in my own rant! Why would...

My bad, lost myself in my own rant! Why would pro teams deny themselves an opportunity to win to appease a sponsor?
Forum: Road Cycling
03-27-24, 01:07 PM
Replies: 608
Views: 21,888
Posted By Atlas Shrugged

Regarding the adoption of technology by...

Regarding the adoption of technology by professionals, specifically in the case of Ineos, a team with a budget of approximately $55 million. They have taken a marginal gains approach, going as far as...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-26-24, 04:04 PM
Replies: 608
Views: 21,888
Posted By Atlas Shrugged

Yes, it has been transformative; Carbon has...

Yes, it has been transformative;

Carbon has been acknowledged as the best material for rims.
Tubulars are dead and everyone is switching to tubeless.
Wider tires are where it is at.
Low-spoke...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-26-24, 03:39 PM
Replies: 642
Views: 19,075
Posted By Atlas Shrugged

https://www.ebay.com/itm/126229134934?itmmeta=01HS...

https://www.ebay.com/itm/126229134934?itmmeta=01HSYB5Q5H8SHTQG6T9TME6Z9B&hash=item1d63d7be56:g:zvoAAOSwFwFldO89
Forum: Road Cycling
03-26-24, 01:36 PM
Replies: 608
Views: 21,888
Posted By Atlas Shrugged

You pointed out yourself that Tubulars don't...

You pointed out yourself that Tubulars don't sell. Whether it is available or not, tubular is a niche within a niche in the cycling community.

When you find yourself standing alone in the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-26-24, 01:23 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 2,265
Posted By Atlas Shrugged

Considering that gearing, I would also need a...

Considering that gearing, I would also need a kickstand as well. It would be better to hold the bike as I wait for the bus at the bottom of every major climb.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
03-26-24, 01:19 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 579
Posted By Atlas Shrugged

I assume the Diverge has a strike against it in...

I assume the Diverge has a strike against it in your eyes. So Revolt for you.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-23-24, 05:28 PM
Replies: 608
Views: 21,888
Posted By Atlas Shrugged

A few reasons. Improved puncture resistance,...

A few reasons. Improved puncture resistance, tubeless systems with sealant are orders of magnitude better for flat resistance. Yes you can inject sealant through the valve stem however top tier...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-23-24, 02:20 PM
Replies: 608
Views: 21,888
Posted By Atlas Shrugged

These never ending screeds that point out only...

These never ending screeds that point out only selected and skewed one sided merits and ignoring counterpoints makes all these comments superfluous. With this approach one could endlessly defend the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-22-24, 06:37 PM
Replies: 642
Views: 19,075
Posted By Atlas Shrugged

Excuse me, isn’t that what said! Not only did I...

Excuse me, isn’t that what said! Not only did I read it, I understood it! In fact I could argue that there are numerous factors in play that cause the cycling industry profits to be lower than most...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-22-24, 04:03 PM
Replies: 642
Views: 19,075
Posted By Atlas Shrugged

That would be if we were talking about a true...

That would be if we were talking about a true comparison however as I stated before not only do you need to factor in inflation but also the increased costs associated with the additional features...
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