For a couple of years I rode bikes I had built up from salvaged parts I found at the local dump. It started as a way to keep my maintenance skills up; then I found I really liked some of the bikes I put together, especially a 1983 Bridgestone 400, a midpriced sport tourer. So no; you do not need an expensive bike. But having said that I do have an expensive bike now, and it is nice.
Last edited by ironwood; 09-21-21 at 03:50 PM.