Quote Originally Posted by madscot13 View Post
actually what I should do is get my bike tuned up. I am considering replacing my drive train. But if I am going to do that I should replace my stem and handlebars. And if I am going to do that I might as well get a new bike. Do I hear Surly?
My bike is 15 years old. As of Monday, I have replaced every component except the frame, fork and stem (and seat post, but that is on order). I probably spent as much over the past two years as if I'd bought a bike, but I have learnt much more than I could have from a new bike. When I do get a new bike, I'll know how to take care of it, and when I take it in to be worked on, I'll be pretty knowledgeable about what they are doing and why. I won't worry that I'm getting ripped off with unnecessary work or parts. And, I've made a few good friends in the bike shop!