#!markdown
Definitely true for a lot of new standards. 9spd -> 10spd, now you need a
new derailleurs, shifters and cranks with the right spacing. 1-1/8 fork on the
used market seem to be more pricey than newer, better tapered forks in that
same market due to supply and demand. Not saying that these standards don't
improve the product, but it really does alienate a big group of folks that
just want to maintain their ride.
March 5, 2014, 1:28 p.m. - mammal
#!markdown Definitely true for a lot of new standards. 9spd -> 10spd, now you need a new derailleurs, shifters and cranks with the right spacing. 1-1/8 fork on the used market seem to be more pricey than newer, better tapered forks in that same market due to supply and demand. Not saying that these standards don't improve the product, but it really does alienate a big group of folks that just want to maintain their ride.