Originally Posted by DropBarFan

I don't know much about the gravel racing scene, had thought it was mostly adventurous types on thin budgets but maybe that perception is outdated. OTOH I think most buyers will be the middle-aged upscale fitness guys. I just don't get the conspicuous-consumption trend among casual bikers. An expensive bike has limited use as a status symbol unlike a fancy car or house that everyone can recognize.