Originally Posted by
vonfilm
There is no way that 16 pounds of plastic, aluminum, circuit boards and rubber is worth $14,000.
If someone pays $14k, then that’s what it’s worth.
Originally Posted by
wolfchild
It's impulse purchasing where people buy things that they don't need, just to try and impress others...
I’m glad you understand the motivations of every high-end bike purchaser. That’s quite a talent you’ve got.
Originally Posted by
Jughed
If you really consider it...
I ride a bike that cost $2,250. It's reliable, relatively fast, rides right next to the other bikes that cost 2-3x. Costs less to maintain, consumable parts last longer...
A complete, functional bike for less than the cost of another bikes groupset. He has a point about functionality.
Don't get me wrong, if I had the budget a Time Scylon would be sitting in my garage - but would it be 4x better than what I'm currently riding? Would I want to ride that bike in the winter with salty roads, would I want to ride that bike along the beach with blowing sand and salt, would I want to ride that bike on the occasional gravel section where a rock could damage a frame worth 5k? No.
You missed the point of my reply to wolfboy.