I have a big problem with the 'increased wear and tear' argument, here's why: that is never discussed when it comes to fit/advanced/or pro riders - all rider types who cover more ground, generally ride more days per year, and have the fitness and speed to get more laps in per hour than an 'average' rider. And yet, this problem never comes up - it's just intended as a benefit of fitness + skill. Sure, that fitness and skill had to be earned, but that doesn't make the wear and tear any less real. So, to me, that argument doesn't belong. BUT we're not getting into it here, as you said, so I guess we'd better not get into it!
April 21, 2020, 3:59 p.m. - Pete Roggeman
I have a big problem with the 'increased wear and tear' argument, here's why: that is never discussed when it comes to fit/advanced/or pro riders - all rider types who cover more ground, generally ride more days per year, and have the fitness and speed to get more laps in per hour than an 'average' rider. And yet, this problem never comes up - it's just intended as a benefit of fitness + skill. Sure, that fitness and skill had to be earned, but that doesn't make the wear and tear any less real. So, to me, that argument doesn't belong. BUT we're not getting into it here, as you said, so I guess we'd better not get into it!