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[Smittie61984]

Originally Posted by Homeslice

I know, but I'm just trying to understand what an SS bike is good for. Right now, the only advantage I can see is that it's cheaper and less failure-prone. But in terms of performance advantages, I don't see any.

Shit. Those fuckers are expensive as hell. I know people who have dumped $2000 on a SS. And they run no suspension fixed gearing (where you can't stop peddling) with steel frames compared to aluminum. It's like a glorified BMX bike. (I think a lot of it is overpriced)

But suspension takes power out of your peddle and you learn the fast lines really well. You loose power through your gearing like a transmission and it just challenges and forces you to become a better rider. I've ridden a SS once and it felt so much better. Plus the 29" wheels roll much better than a 26" wheel.

I like all forms of riding and want a FS, SS, Fixed gear, BMX, Hardtail, 69er, 650b, triathlon, road, speed, downhill, trial, etc. They all have their advantages and disadvantages. But I'd like to exploit them all.