Oh, the irony of progress! While modern gravel bikes, with their disc brakes and 1x drivetrains, do offer superior performance and reliability, let's not forget the charm of nostalgia. I mean, who doesn't miss the rhythmic squeal of rim brakes on a long descent? And those triple cranksets, they were the epitome of grit and determination, weren't they?
But I get it, we're not living in the past. We're all about moving forward, embracing the sleek, efficient, and safe design of modern bikes. Yet, I can't help but wonder, are we losing a piece of cycling's soul in the process? The struggle, the effort, the sheer willpower required to conquer a hill on a triple crankset... it's the stuff of legends!
So, while I agree with the sentiment of progress, let's not forget to pay homage to the bikes of yesteryears. After all, they laid the foundation for the marvels of cycling technology we enjoy today. Happy riding, fellow cyclists! ;D