Speaking of bling and min-max can we add a dimension to the conversation. I saw SC prices on the new megatower surpass even a locally (Kamloops) made carbon bike with AXS, carbon hoops and bling hubs/brakes; we're talking WR1.
I have an easier time shelling out extra money to a company that takes steps to source local, overbuilds, have post-purchase support, is willing to repair frames and values paying back to their employees rather than making a profit for the CO. This is based on multiple interviews with Dustin Adams. If what is says is true then WR1 is a company to support for 3/4 the price of SC.
Point: we are seeing inflation of bikes that, for the most part, function really well. When all else is similar I'd like to see some added value based on company culture, community building/support and some environmentalism (this can mean a whole lot or little).
XTR tiara is a great term for the lipstick on a pig service some companies do. Bike companies and their product developers should hold themselves to a higher standard.
April 25, 2022, 1:38 p.m. - Gage Wright
Speaking of bling and min-max can we add a dimension to the conversation. I saw SC prices on the new megatower surpass even a locally (Kamloops) made carbon bike with AXS, carbon hoops and bling hubs/brakes; we're talking WR1. I have an easier time shelling out extra money to a company that takes steps to source local, overbuilds, have post-purchase support, is willing to repair frames and values paying back to their employees rather than making a profit for the CO. This is based on multiple interviews with Dustin Adams. If what is says is true then WR1 is a company to support for 3/4 the price of SC. Point: we are seeing inflation of bikes that, for the most part, function really well. When all else is similar I'd like to see some added value based on company culture, community building/support and some environmentalism (this can mean a whole lot or little). XTR tiara is a great term for the lipstick on a pig service some companies do. Bike companies and their product developers should hold themselves to a higher standard.