Originally Posted by
52telecaster
I am not remotely fast but I do love bigger tires and whippy frames. The really old Raleigh and motobecane 531 frames I have are very comfy and have room for 35s and fenders. Apparently that's my pocket. Doesn't mean I won't eventually enjoy the peloton but I'm pretty happy with older bikes.
Comparing the two is an apples to oranges thing - pick a fruit, one will always seem preferred over the other.
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