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That isn't too much to spend on a bike. My bike is more than that and isn't special in any way, just a good regular bike. And I just use it to ride to work, thi
by exDM69 11y ago
That isn't too much to spend on a bike. My bike is more than that and isn't special in any way, just a good regular bike. And I just use it to ride to work, this isn't anything I'm enthusiastic about.
Add the bags/panniers, lights, pump, clothing and other accessories on top.
I get about 100 miles a week, 8-9 months a year so it justifies the investment.
- Symbiote 11y agoI'd say anyone who has special clothing for cycling is an enthusiast, particularly if it's more than $50 worth.
- exDM69 11y agoI don't have that either. Just some gear to withstand light rain and cold. Nothing that's especially made for cycling, I use this with other outdoors activities too. My way to work is too long to comfortably ride in work clothes. Imagine riding 8 miles in your jeans and sweater and then sitting in front of the computer all day in the same clothes after that. You're trying to label people "cycling enthusiasts" in your heads (and I know exactly the stereotype you're thinking of). They do exist, but for most people riding a bike, it's just their daily commute. It might need a decent bike and a few items of clothing. You don't call every car owner a "car enthusiast" even though taking the train/bus is a viable option in many places of the world and owning a car is much more expensive than a bike.