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> Some people will be dumb enough to use these for touring, commuting and whatnot. Pro tri bikes? I haven't been close to that world in 15 years, but even then
by throwanem 3y ago
> Some people will be dumb enough to use these for touring, commuting and whatnot.
Pro tri bikes? I haven't been close to that world in 15 years, but even then the high end started somewhere around $10-15k and looked little more approachable to a less specialized cyclist than these do. You're not wrong they are poorly suited for general-purpose riding, but it would also surprise me quite a lot to see one used that way.
- elzbardico 3y agoNever underestimate the ability of rich folks in sport to spend money with gear.
- throwanem 3y agoOh, I'm a photographer, I get it. But I also feel like there's a reverse-GAS - Gear Disappearance Syndrome? - after rich folks overspend and discover "way more than I need" is also "way more than I want to learn how to use". I got my D500 that way, actually. Used, but in perfect condition and with a shutter count below 5000 - per the fellow at the used counter, the former owner had said it was 'too much camera for him.' Considering his error got me an effectively new body at 2/3 the new price, I hope rich folks go on making such mistakes for a long time to come!
- elzbardico 3y agoOh, don't misunderstand me. I am totally in favor of obscenely rich people buying expensive gear, even if doesn't end up in the used market, they are creating jobs.